Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mining & Heavy Industry

Airswift; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support major operations across Victoria and SA. You will deliver mechanical engineering solutions from concept through to procurement, construction and commissioning, ensuring safety, reliability and regulatory compliance.

The role requires leadership of engineering activities, strong stakeholder engagement, and a track record in heavy industrial environments. 12-month contract with extension potential, onsite in Australia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an Australian-recognised institution.
• Mandatory RPEV (Registered Professional Engineer Victoria) certification.
• CPEng accreditation preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in heavy industrial, manufacturing, metals, mining, or processing environments.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and their application in industrial operations.
• Proficiency in mechanical engineering software and design tools.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality mechanical engineering services in compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and regulatory obligations.
• Lead and manage mechanical engineering activities, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Participate in technical reviews, project meetings, and progress reporting activities.
• Define, review, and manage project scope, including the assessment and implementation of engineering changes.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Prepare technical specifications, requisitions, and engineering documentation.
• Conduct technical bid evaluations and review vendor submissions.
• Support project delivery teams by identifying engineering risks and developing practical solutions.
• Coordinate and supervise engineering activities where required, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Foster effective communication with internal stakeholders, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers when required.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, industry trends, and engineering best practices.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Project leadership

Design software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

RPEV certification

CPEng accreditation

Tools

FEA software

Job description

Airswift is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support major operations across Victoria and SA. You will deliver mechanical engineering solutions from concept through to procurement, construction and commissioning, ensuring safety, reliability and regulatory compliance.

The role requires leadership of engineering activities, strong stakeholder engagement, and a track record in heavy industrial environments. 12-month contract with extension potential, onsite in Australia.