Senior Mechanical Engineer

8 hours ago

Perth, Western Australia Harry Maxwell Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Join a top-tier engineering and manufacturing firm in Perth, delivering high-impact projects across the metallurgical sector.
  • Strong track record in designing bulk materials handling systems, applying first principles to deliver reliable solutions across conveyors, feeders and gates.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation across manufacturing, automation, and materials handling solutions.

Harry Maxwell has been engaged by a leading engineering company specialising in the design and delivery of bulk handling systems and automated solutions for the mining sector.

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design of new products, provide technical oversight, validate design documentation, and drive standardisation and optimisation across product lines.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in bulk materials handling design, applying core engineering principles to deliver reliable solutions across conveyors, feeders, and gates.

To be successful in this role you must be skilled in machine design, detailed mechanical component selection, and able to review and understand existing drawings and calculations. strong capability in machine design, precise mechanical component selection, and the ability to interpret and assess existing drawings and engineering calculations.

About the role:

  • Manage technical design processes for conveyors, feeders, and gates, guiding teams through first principles engineering to achieve robust bulk materials handling outcomes.
  • Support product verticals in developing design bases, refining standard product design processes, and completing project documentation
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction and product optimisation, contributing to the development of future design standards
  • Provide technical support to stakeholders—including product verticals, procurement, and service teams—to ensure alignment with project objectives
  • Develop and refine mechanical designs using Inventor, AutoCAD, and other engineering tools
  • Collaborate with engineers and designers to meet performance targets and produce detailed calculations and 3D models
  • Participate in design reviews and risk assessments to enhance engineering outcomes
  • Validate designs against industry standards and safety regulations to ensure technical integrity
  • Define and review design criteria based on client specifications, contributing to robust project design foundations

Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor or master's in mechanical engineering
  • Minimum 10+ years of experience
  • Demonstrated success in designing bulk materials handling equipment, grounded in core engineering principles and practical application across conveyors, feeders, and gates.
  • Able to adapt priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously in dynamic environments
  • Proven experience in machine design with a focus on cost-effective manufacturing
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficient in software such as Space, Gass, Inventor, Autocad, and CAD tools
  • Competency in Microsoft Office suite is essential
  • Proven experience in machine design with a focus on cost-effective manufacturing
  • Australian work rights are required for this position

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