Mechanical Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen across our teams in Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane for a self-sufficient and motivated Mechanical Engineer. The Mechanical Engineer will use strategic business knowledge, technical knowledge and experience to be an integral part of the execution of technical projects and the continuous development of tools and systems which create opportunities for projects within the resources sector.

Type: Full time

Location
Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane

EMtek is a multidisciplinary engineering company built on strong values, ethics, and expertise. We offer professional, technical, and project management services across structural, mechanical, process, piping, civil, electrical, instrumentation, functional safety, process control, communications, and software engineering. Our specialists in each field make us your all-in-one strategic partner.

With over 140 employees, EMtek operates from central offices in Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, and Ballarat, with site offices across Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia. Our office network enables seamless collaboration across locations.

Our vision is to solve industry challenges through agile, intelligent solutions. We provide innovative engineering services at all project stages—from concept to operation.

We operate across diverse industries, including resources and minerals processing, materials handling, infrastructure, power and renewables, and decarbonisation. Some of our key clients include Fortescue, Iluka, Rio Tinto, Roy Hill, Agnico Eagle, Newcrest, Newmont, Pilbara Minerals, and BHP.

Key Responsibilities:

- Being a key Mechanical Engineering resource on EMtek projects, dedicated to delivering exceptional value to clients through the provision of high-quality solutions that align with project objectives and requirements.
- Execute Mechanical Engineering tasks across a range of projects including: The ideal candidate will have experience in the following;

- Materials handling, covering conveying, material transfer, and advanced DEM modelling

- Mechanical equipment selection

- Pumping and piping, from mining services such as water, slurry, air, hydraulics through to power stations with fuel supply systems and lubrication systems

- Ensure design tasks, activities and deliverables are formatted, progressed, checked, reviewed and completed in accordance with company and project requirements, procedures and systems, whilst maintaining consistency.
- Support and collaborate with other disciplines and designers to develop designs for a wide range of plant and infrastructure.
- Participate in the complete engineering process from concept development through to product manufacturing and commissioning.

About you

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with a passion for discovery and a commitment to workplace wellbeing and safety. As part of a small, tight‑knit team, strong relationship building, and communication skills will be critical in this role.

Skills and experience

- Tertiary qualification in Engineering and 2-3+ years of Multidisciplinary Engineering experience in the mining and resources sector.
- Strong design experience with the capability to produce calculations and design documentation, as well as having practical experience working in construction, commissioning and/or operations in the bulk materials and minerals processing industries.
- Experience across a range of commodities, including gold, copper, lithium and iron ore, is favourable
- Good presentation and communication skills at all levels.
- Demonstrated understanding of industry safety and environmental standards.

Benefits to You

- Long-term stability with engaging projects in the pipeline.
- Paid overtime for additional working hours.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Professional yet relaxed environment with flexible work arrangements, including work‑from‑home options and flexible hours.
- Opportunities to work from various company state office locations.
- Career development opportunities in technical engineering design, project and people management.
- Exposure to international projects across the Resources, Minerals Processing, Materials Handling, Infrastructure, Power & Renewables, Decarbonisation sectors.
- Friendly and supportive team with an Employee Assistance Program.
- Beautiful offices, cafes, amenities, showers, and bike racks for a comfortable work environment.

To apply

If you’re interested to know more, please apply now and we’ll be in touch to discuss the company, position, remuneration and team in more details. All applications and conversations will be treated with the strictest of confidence.

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