Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mining & Mineral Processing

NewPro; Perth; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Collaborative team

Monthly remuneration

West Perth location

Job summary

NewPro seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and delivery for mining and mineral processing projects. You will specify equipment, liaise with vendors, and conduct technical reviews to ensure scope is delivered safely, on budget, and on schedule.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams across Australia and overseas, applying practical design and clear communication to optimise fabrication, installation, and commissioning in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in mechanical engineering within the mining and/or mineral processing.
• Strong experience in mechanical design for process-driven facilities, including materials handling and industrial equipment.
• Proven capability using mechanical design and drafting software.
• Experience with equipment specification, vendor liaison, and technical reviews.
• Site experience supporting installation, construction, and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the mechanical design of complex systems, with a strong focus on materials handling, pumping, and industrial equipment.
• Develop concept, detailed, and fabrication ready designs aligned with project scope, standards, and budgets.
• Produce high quality drawings, models, calculations, and technical documentation suitable for manufacture and construction.
• Ensure designs are practical, safe, and optimised for fabrication, installation, and maintenance.
• Support site activities including design clarification, technical queries, and commissioning where required.
• Provide technical guidance, design reviews, and mentoring to junior engineers and designers.
• Contribute engineering input during tendering, scoping, and estimating phases.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and hazard identification processes.
• Support the continuous improvement of engineering standards, templates, and workflows.
• Maintain accurate, traceable documentation in line with ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Support the adoption of improved tools, systems, and design methodologies.

Skills

Mechanical design

Vendor liaison

Technical reviews

Project delivery

Materials handling

Pumps/industrial equipment

Site experience

CAD/drafting software

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD/drafting software

Job description

NewPro seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and delivery for mining and mineral processing projects. You will specify equipment, liaise with vendors, and conduct technical reviews to ensure scope is delivered safely, on budget, and on schedule.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams across Australia and overseas, applying practical design and clear communication to optimise fabrication, installation, and commissioning in demanding environments.