Mechanical Engineering Group Supervisor

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Brisbane is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead a mechanical team in designing and evaluating complex systems. This role involves conducting field investigations, resolving technical issues, and working collaboratively with other engineering disciplines. An experienced candidate with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and extensive industry knowledge will thrive in this part-time telework position, requiring three days of office attendance weekly.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Flexibility to recharge

Qualifications

• 13 to 15 years of relevant experience or 17 to 19 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with Copper Concentrator projects.
• Knowledge of slurry pumping and piping system design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and client interviews.
• Lead a mechanical team on project designs.
• Plan and conduct independent mechanical work.
• Develop conceptual designs for mechanical engineering projects.

Skills

Mechanical engineering techniques

Systems knowledge

Design standards and guides

Communication skills

Team leadership

2-D and 3-D CAD tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers’ objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Bechtel Mining and Metals offers engineering, procurement, and construction services for customers in the mining sector across multiple commodities including Iron Ore, Bauxite, Alumina, Aluminium, Copper, Gold, Coal, Lithium and Rare Earths markets.

The M&M Global Business unit also has offices in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide in Australia along with execution units in the United States, Peru, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, India and other project locations around the world.

The Project is a greenfield mining, process, material handling and ship loading project with a focus on sustaining production, minimize environmental impacts, strengthen long-term relationships with neighbouring communities and foster local economic development.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will conduct field investigations and client interviews to determine work scope and cost estimates for a project’s mechanical aspects where you will lead a mechanical team in the design, development, modification, and evaluation of mechanical systems, components and processes. Your recommendations will resolve technical issues and ensure the unique and complex requirements of a project’s mechanical aspects are met.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities:

• Plans and conducts independent mechanical work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of mechanical engineering techniques, procedures and criteria on a medium size project or assignment in support of a global business unit.
• Leads the design, development, modification and evaluation of mechanical components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).
• Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to upper management.
• Develops conceptual designs for mechanical engineering projects or projects having specialized or unique requirements.
• Supports preparation of estimates, staffing needs and schedules.
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of discipline estimates and work plan in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and supports implementation and assists with performance reporting.
• Interprets new or special regulations, codes, standards, criteria, and performance data.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 13 - 15 years of relevant experience or 17 - 19 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of systems, calculations, equipment, applications of methods and materials in the mechanical discipline, and of engineering work planning and control methods.
• Knowledge of precedents in the mechanical discipline and of principles, practices and interfaces with other engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved.
• Broad knowledge of industry / regulatory codes and standards (Australia) and design and/or layout criteria.
• Knowledge of the application and coordination of 2-D and 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools on a project.
• Experience leading teams of mechanical engineers and designers providing technical aspects and support of supply chain lifecycle for a large number of equipment packages and/or contracts on a single project.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Holds Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) accreditation in Mechanical discipline.
• Experience with the detailed design of Copper Concentrator projects, including the specification and design of various mechanical equipment types within.
• Extensive experience with slurry pumping and slurry piping system design.

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world’s toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

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We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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