Senior Mechanical Engineer

Sedgman; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Focus on professional development

Collaborative work environment

Flexible work arrangements

Health and wellbeing support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Perth, Australia is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in materials handling. This role involves innovative design, project management, and collaboration across various projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering and a strong background in commissioning and operations. Competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities are offered in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years' experience in project design and commissioning.
• Experience with materials handling equipment like conveyors and crushers.
• Site-based practical experience with commissioning and operations.
• Site-based commissioning, operations experience is highly regarded.
• CPEng or Chartered status is highly regarded but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide innovative designs as part of a materials handling team.
• Manage mechanical budget and schedule during project execution.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders for project delivery.
• Prepare feasibility studies, surveys, layouts, bills of quantities and cost estimates; generate equipment specs.
• Manage mechanical discipline budget and schedule across project phases.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, consultants and commissioning engineers; support installation and commissioning teams.

Skills

Materials handling experience

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Problem solving

CPEng/Chartered

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Sedgman Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join Sedgman in our Perth office. Sedgman Pty Limited is a market leader in the design, construction and operation of mineral processing plants for the global resources sector. Our specialised technical expertise, proven track record in Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Management (EPC and EPCM) delivery and our advanced commercial capabilities enable us to provide complete solutions which are valued by our clients. Sedgman Pty Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of CIMIC Group Limited, one of the world’s leading international contractors and the world’s largest contract miner.

What we can offer you

• Focus on your professional development and opportunities to grow your career within Sedgman
• Collaborative focus on continuous improvement and innovation in our safety culture
• Friendly and social work environment
• Work environment that looks to deliver and encourage you
• Flexible arrangements to help you achieve work‑life balance
• Visible career progression

About the role

• Working as part of an experienced and established materials handling team to leverage your skills to provide innovative designs
• Work across a continuous succession of small and large, domestic and international projects as they progress through the project lifecycle from early concept development, detailed design, construction and operations
• Defining and recommending design methods, specifications and performance of functional requirements for new projects
• Undertaking or supervising the preparation of feasibility studies, surveys and reports, design layouts, bill of quantities and cost estimates. Generating equipment specifications and supporting the equipment evaluation and procurement activities during project execution.
• Managing mechanical discipline budget and schedule during the execution of projects in all phases of maturity.
• Carrying‑out site inspections and liaising with suppliers, clients, consultants or commissioning engineers. Engineering support to installation, construction and commissioning teams with occasional deployment as a commissioning resource.
• Liaising with internal and external clients, other discipline professionals, and stakeholders within the industry to ensure the timely, accurate and cost‑effective delivery of projects.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 7 - 10 years’ experience, preferably in the project design, commissioning and onsite operation environments
• Experience with materials handling equipment such as conveyors, crushing, screening, material storage, milling etc.
• Site‑based practical experience with commissioning, operations and problem‑solving issues will be highly regarded
• Materials handling experience with multiple commodity types highly regarded
• Experience leading and mentoring junior Engineers
• Strong communication and leadership skills combined with the ability to provide advanced technical solutions and problem solve
• CPEng or Chartered Status highly regarded, however not essential

Additional offerings

• Resource & Energy Transition Journey: Be part of our journey driving engineering deliverables and innovation while supporting business growth.
• Health and Wellbeing: Our safety and wellbeing app, Sonder, is available 24/7, offering comprehensive mental health support and work/life services to ensure you and your loved ones are cared for.
• Career Growth, Development & Reward: Supported in your professional development and rewarded with a competitive remuneration package.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a welcoming workplace for all.

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