SMP Designers

TSS; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TSS in Perth seeks an experienced Senior/Lead SMP Designer to help develop mechanical, structural and piping designs across mineral processing facilities. You will work through studies and detailed design, producing layouts and drawings.

The role requires proficiency in 3D design software, collaboration across disciplines, and delivering design packages on schedule. Lead-level positions may coordinate design teams and mentor juniors.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Structural or related engineering disciplines, or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrated SMP Designer experience within mining, mineral processing or related industries.
• Experience across studies and detailed design projects.
• Strong proficiency in 3D design software, ideally MicroStation and/or Bentley applications.
• Experience producing mechanical, structural and piping design deliverables for process plants.
• Understanding of general arrangements, equipment layouts, piping systems and fabrication requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Previous mentoring or coordinating design teams desirable for Lead-level positions.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review 3D models, general arrangements, layouts and detailed design drawings.
• Develop mechanical, structural and piping designs across mineral processing facilities.
• Prepare equipment layouts, fabrication drawings, piping arrangements and associated design documentation.
• Work closely with engineers and other design disciplines to ensure coordinated project deliverables.
• Ensure designs comply with project specifications, relevant standards and client requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, model reviews and clash detection activities.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior designers, with Lead-level positions coordinating design teams.
• Deliver design packages within agreed project schedules and budgets.

Skills

3D design

Mechanical design

Piping design

Drawing reviews

Team mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Structural Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Bentley applications

Job description

Senior / Lead SMP Designer – Mineral Processing

Overview

Opportunities are available for experienced Senior and Lead SMP Designers to join established engineering consultancies in Perth, supporting a strong pipeline of mining and mineral processing projects.

Working across studies and detailed design, these positions will contribute to the development of mechanical, structural and piping designs for a range of mineral processing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review 3D models, general arrangements, layouts and detailed design drawings.
• Develop mechanical, structural and piping designs across mineral processing facilities.
• Prepare equipment layouts, fabrication drawings, piping arrangements and associated design documentation.
• Work closely with engineers and other design disciplines to ensure coordinated project deliverables.
• Ensure designs comply with project specifications, relevant standards and client requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, model reviews and clash detection activities.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior designers, with Lead-level positions responsible for coordinating design teams.
• Deliver design packages within agreed project schedules and budgets.

Candidate Experience

• Relevant tertiary or technical qualification in Mechanical, Structural or related engineering disciplines, or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience as an SMP Designer within mining, mineral processing or related industries.
• Experience working across engineering studies and detailed design projects.
• Strong proficiency in 3D design software, ideally MicroStation and/or Bentley applications.
• Experience producing mechanical, structural and piping design deliverables for process plants.
• Understanding of general arrangements, equipment layouts, piping systems and fabrication requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Previous experience mentoring or coordinating design teams desirable for Lead-level positions.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunities across established Perth-based engineering consultancies.
• Exposure to a diverse range of mining and mineral processing projects.
• Long-term project opportunities and potential for ongoing career development.
• Collaborative engineering and design teams.
• Competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements.