Mechanical Design Engineer

Industry leading organisation looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer for a 12-month contract.

Your new company

With a Global presence and facilities worldwide, this company is an industry leader in processing technologies, recognised for providing their customers with personalised solutions across mining and infrastructure industries, including applications such as breaking, screening and crushing. They are currently looking for a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team.

Your new role

This 12-month fixed-term contract role will see you play a crucial part in designing and engineering mechanical equipment and systems for bulk materials handling applications.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Create innovative designs for mechanical equipment and systems related to bulk materials handling
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal solutions
• Diagnose issues and provide well-founded recommendations for resolution
• Continuously improve existing designs to enhance performance and reliability
• Ensure all designs adhere to relevant Australian Standards and internal guidelines
• Proactively manage and communicate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to align expectations and deliver customer requirements
• Foster clear communication channels for successful project execution
• Write and maintain technical reports suitable for diverse audiences
• Prepare client tender documentation to support project bids
• Drive project success by achieving quality, schedule, and budget targets
• Utilise manual calculations, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and other engineering tools to optimise designs
• Review CAD drawings using Inventor and AutoCAD platforms

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering or relevant equivalent qualification
• 3+ years' experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar
• Experienced in applying Australian Standards in design
• Ability to understand and interpret technical specs, and deliver results to sustain or improve asset lifespan
• Thorough understanding of fabrication process and design for fabrication
• Ability to independently carry out structural static FEA on mechanical equipment
• Proficient in MS Office, including MS Project
• Sound technical report writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Mineral processing exposure desirable
• Applicants must have current rights to work in Australia

What you'll get in return

• Offer of a highly competitive remuneration package.
• Includes an Employee Benefits & Wellness Program, with salary sacrifice options and Length of Service Recognition.
• Provides training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Allowance for flexible working arrangements and Paid Parental Leave.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee Assistance Programs.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call either Janine Gouws on 02 4032 8*** or Staci Baird now on 0414 896 *** to discuss further. Our client is looking to interview as soon as possible so please don't delay.