Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our fast growth mining technology company at our brand new Tonsley office in Adelaide. Please read and apply to join our team!Welcome to Chrysos - Where Innovation Meets Mining Excellence.

Here at Chrysos we combine science and software to create technology solutions that are changing the global mining industry; both from a productivity and environmental impact perspective.

Just like atoms and machines, we believe that everyone is different and how individuals come together is what makes us successful. Headquartered in Adelaide and with team members based in Australia, Europe, Africa and North America, Chrysos Corporation’s diverse team of scientists, engineers and industry specialists are coming together to build technologies to provide rapid, accurate and safe ore analysis for the global mining industry.

The company’s flagship technology, PhotonAssay, steps around centuries-old chemistry-based assay methods to deliver true ‘atom-counting’ analysis for the measurement of gold and other high-value metals. 

With successful global installations, Chrysos is taking PhotonAssay to customers around the world – Chrysos could take you to places that you might not have even imagined yet. There’s opportunity around every corner and the support to help you achieve your goals.

About the role:

Important: please apply through our internal link below:

The Senior Mechanical Engineer, based in Adelaide, will be a core member of the Product Improvement team contributing to the continual improvement of the Chrysos PhotonAssay technology.

What you will do: · 

Use the Product Change Management Process to lead the identification of and implementation of performance, safety and reliability improvements to PhotonAssay machines.
· Oversee and participate in testing activities to validate the effectiveness of product changes.
· Develop and oversee systems and processes which ensure that mechanical design of PhotonAssay machines are of high quality and comply with relevant worldwide regulations.
· Lead troubleshooting investigations of mechanical issues with existing PhotonAssayTM systems globally.
· Act as Technical Authority, having input to the strategic direction of the mechanical design, reviewing and signing-off designs of others.
· Display role model behaviour to Chrysos’ culture of safety and zero-harm.
· Mentor less experienced Mechanical Engineers within Chrysos.
· Engage closely with suppliers, including our major contractor.
· Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure that products meet established standards and specifications.
· Stay informed about industry best practices and incorporate relevant methodologies into the machinery design, safety, and compliance.

Who you are:

• A tertiary qualification in engineering, preferably mechanical or mechatronic engineering.
• At least 8 years’ experience in an engineering role.
• Experience with 3D parametric modelling software, such as SolidWorks or Inventor.
• Demonstrated excellence in overseeing the design and manufacture of complex products and collaborating with supply-chain partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical documentation and drawings, and functional specifications.
• Able and willing to travel both interstate and internationally (subject to Australian Government travel restrictions).
• Experience with AutoCAD for the creation of design drawings.
• Experience with automation system design, including selection and optimisation of sensors, actuators and control systems and associated human factors.
• Experience applying industry best-practice design principles to new industrial equipment.
• Experience with automation control systems.
• Experience in leading and/or mentoring engineers.
• Experience working in the mining industry or developing products for mining applications; or experience in material or sample handling applications such as laboratory automation, automotive machine design and food packaging.
• Experience with the specification of refrigeration and HVAC systems for sensitive equipment.
• Experience designing equipment to relevant machine safety standards and legislation, such as AS4024, OSHA.
• Experience working hands on.
• Experience working with global teams and cultures.

Why Join Us: Your Rewarding Career AwaitsAt Chrysos, we value our team members and offer a supportive and dynamic work environment. Here's what we have in store for you:

• Flexibility and wellbeing initiatives to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities to work with ground breaking equipment that's transforming the mining industry and reducing its environmental impact.
• Collaboration with industry experts and the chance to grow and develop professionally.
• Exciting career prospects and room for advancement.

If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply through the link below and let's explore the potential of working together.

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