Senior/Lead Engineer - Mechanical

DRA APAC; Perth; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Modern Perth CBD office

Flexible start and finish times

Salary packaging benefits

Collaborative team environment and CDP

Job summary

DRA Global is seeking a Lead or Senior Mechanical Engineer in Perth to drive detailed design and delivery of complex mining projects. You will lead mechanical system design, equipment selections, and technical documentation from concept through commissioning.

The role requires a degree in mechanical engineering, 8+ years in detailed design for mining/mineral processing, and strong knowledge of Australian standards.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years' experience within a detailed design engineering environment working on mining and mineral processing projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Experience designing and specifying mechanical equipment and systems within mining and industrial operations.
• Sound knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, regulations and industry codes.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience supporting construction, commissioning and operational activities is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the detailed design of mechanical systems and equipment, including conveyors, crushers, mills, pumps, and bulk materials handling systems.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical specifications, datasheets, and design documentation.
• Develop and review engineering drawings, ensuring compliance with project requirements, Australian Standards, and industry codes.
• Perform mechanical analysis and utilise engineering software to optimise safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
• Engage with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to resolve technical issues and develop practical outcomes.
• Participate in design reviews, peer reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support equipment procurement activities, including technical bid evaluations and vendor selection.
• Review vendor documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical and project risks.
• Deliver project outcomes in line with budget, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and operational phases.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

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

Lead or Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Lead or Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the design and delivery of complex mining projects. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will be responsible for the detailed design, development and optimisation of mechanical systems and equipment across a diverse project portfolio.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, collaborating with clients and project teams, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions from concept through to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the detailed design of mechanical systems and equipment, including conveyors, crushers, mills, pumps, and bulk materials handling systems.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical specifications, datasheets, and design documentation.
• Develop and review engineering drawings, ensuring compliance with project requirements, Australian Standards, and industry codes.
• Perform mechanical analysis and utilise engineering software to optimise safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
• Engage with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to resolve technical issues and develop practical outcomes.
• Participate in design reviews, peer reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support equipment procurement activities, including technical bid evaluations and vendor selection.
• Review vendor documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical and project risks.
• Deliver project outcomes in line with budget, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and operational phases.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be a driven and technically capable Lead or Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong experience delivering detailed design projects within the mining, minerals processing, resources or heavy industry sectors.

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years' experience within a detailed design engineering environment working on mining and mineral processing projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Experience designing and specifying mechanical equipment and systems within mining and industrial operations.
• Sound knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, regulations and industry codes.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience supporting construction, commissioning and operational activities is highly desirable.

Here at DRA, we offer:

• Competitive and above market salary packages with regular market analysis.
• Modern Perth 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 with excellent career development.

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.