Principal Mechanical Engineer

Highlights

• Specialise in slurry systems for mining projects.
• Lead engineering teams in complex capital projects.
• Opportunity to relocate to Perth for East-based candidates.

Position summary

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mining projects in Australia. As a specialist in slurry systems, particularly tailings slurry systems, piping, and pumping, you will lead engineering teams to deliver complex sustaining capital projects. Your expertise will be crucial in the design, review, and optimisation of slurry systems, tailings pipelines, and related mechanical infrastructure. Based in the Perth CBD, you will act as the subject matter expert, guiding project teams with your extensive experience in slurry transport and tailings processes. This full-time, permanent position offers an exciting opportunity for those ready to relocate to Perth and make a significant impact in the mining engineering sector. If you have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a strong background in pumping, piping, and process plant layouts, this is your chance to lead and innovate in a challenging and rewarding environment.

About the company

Our client is a leading global engineering and project delivery business to the mining sector. Their capacity and capability to deliver scaled, global projects and world-leading design, engineering, advisory and environmental services across the entire mine life cycle is unrivalled. They engineer Future Ready projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. Together, they bring approximately 6,000 talented people across 15 offices in Australia and 67,000 professionals worldwide, giving you access to the brightest minds in the field to make the best work of your life. They want you to embrace your curiosity and work in a culture celebrating different perspectives. They believe that in imagining a better future for us all, you'll imagine a better future for you.

About the role

• Lead the design, review, and optimization of slurry systems, tailings pipelines, pumping systems, and related mechanical infrastructure.
• Act as the subject matter expert on slurry transport and tailings processes within project teams.
• Deliver complex sustaining capital projects by leading engineering teams effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met and align with organizational goals.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all engineering activities.
• Develop and implement innovative solutions to optimize mechanical infrastructure and improve project efficiency.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay updated with the latest advancements in slurry and tailings systems.

About the candidate

• Degree qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, with Chartered status highly regarded.
• Extensive experience in slurry and tailings systems design within mining projects.
• Strong background in pumping, piping, and process plant layouts for slurry transport.
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams and deliver complex sustaining capital projects.
• Experience in leading the design, review, and optimisation of slurry systems, tailings pipelines, pumping systems, and related mechanical infrastructure.
• Acts as the subject matter expert on slurry transport and tailings processes within project teams.
• Effective team leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide engineering teams.
• Complex problem-solving abilities to tackle challenging engineering issues.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Project management expertise to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
• Willingness to relocate to Perth or have plans to relocate, if based in the East.

Benefits and perks

• Flexible / remote working arrangements
• Wellness initiatives including yoga, pilates, run clubs, HIIT and more
• Family oriented and culturally inclusive leave policies
• Employee assistance programs
• Inclusive culture including gender balance advocates, LGBTQ+ employee network and Neurodiversity Working Group