Senior Designer - Mining & Mineral Processing CAD

G&S Engineering Services Pty; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Modern CBD office

Flexible start times

Salary packaging

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

DRA Global is seeking SMP Designers at Mid-Level, Senior, and Lead levels to join our engineering and project delivery team in Brisbane. You will develop detailed engineering designs, produce high-quality documentation, and collaborate with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, adherence to standards, and ability to work across disciplines on large mineral processing projects using Bentley software such as Aecosim,

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in engineering detailed design on large mineral processing projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles and industry standards.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality engineering drawings and documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience managing competing priorities and meeting project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Develop accurate 2D and 3D models using industry-standard CAD software.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, project specifications, and client requirements.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand project objectives, requirements, and constraints.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical support to resolve design-related issues.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure design accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Maintain comprehensive records of design revisions, modifications, approvals, and project documentation.
• Provide regular project updates to management and stakeholders.
• Support project delivery through proactive communication and problem-solving.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and the highest standards of professional conduct and confidentiality.

Skills

Engineering design

CAD modelling

Detail drawings

Documentation

Quality assurance

Stakeholder engagement

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Project scheduling

Communication

Tools

Bentley Aecosim V8i Select Series 10

Bentley MicroStation

Bentley OpenBuildings Connect Edition

Navisworks Manage / Simulate

Job description

About DRA Global

DRA Global Limited (DRA or the Company) is an international multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group, predominantly focused on the mining, minerals and metals industry.

The Group has an extensive track record spanning four decades across a wide range of commodities. DRA's teams have deep expertise in mining, minerals and metals processing industries, as well as related non-process infrastructure including water and energy solutions.

DRA covers all major mining centres with offices across Africa and the Middle East, North and South America and Asia-Pacific.

The Role

We are seeking talented SMP Designers at Mid-Level, Senior, and Lead level across all disciplines to join our growing engineering and project delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse projects within a collaborative environment where innovation, technical excellence, and attention to detail are highly valued.

As a Designer, you will play a key role in developing detailed engineering designs, producing high-quality technical documentation, and collaborating with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Develop accurate 2D and 3D models using industry-standard CAD software.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, project specifications, and client requirements.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand project objectives, requirements, and constraints.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical support to resolve design-related issues.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure design accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Maintain comprehensive records of design revisions, modifications, approvals, and project documentation.
• Provide regular project updates to management and stakeholders.
• Support project delivery through proactive communication and problem-solving.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and the highest standards of professional conduct and confidentiality.

About You

You are a detail-oriented design professional with strong technical capability and a passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions. You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working across a variety of projects and disciplines.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 10 years' experience in an engineering detailed design environment working on large mineral processing projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles and industry standards.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality engineering drawings and documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience managing competing priorities and meeting project deadlines.

Experience with the following software is highly desirable:

• Bentley Aecosim V8i Select Series 10
• Bentley MicroStation
• Bentley OpenBuildings Connect Edition
• Navisworks Manage / Simulat

Here at DRA, we offer:

• Competitive and above market salary packages with regular market analysis
• Modern CBD office with convenient access to end of trip facilities.
• Flexible start and finish times supporting work life balance.
• Access to salary packaging benefits.
• A collaborative, inclusive and supportive team environment.

We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Our commitment to equal opportunity and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence and Courage.

"Ready to join the team on complex, high-impact projects? If you'd like to learn more about the role, hit the Apply button and start the conversation with us today."