Senior Process Engineer

Join our team of intelligent and collaborative Changemakers and make your mark on tomorrow

The mining industry has a pivotal role to play in the green transition, and WSP's team of dedicated mining professionals are supporting the industry in delivering the metals and minerals required for a greener future, in a sustainable and responsible manner. We consider environmental, social and governance factors in tandem with engineering and design decisions that results in more sustainable and resilient solutions. We are experts in our field, and we are passionate about mining.

This role will see you become a leader, thereby enhancing your capabilities and the reputation of WSP's Mining Infrastructure & Project Delivery (MIPD) team. You will collaborate with talented and diverse professionals working on iconic projects to drive future ready outcomes that will benefit clients and communities. Our Mining team helps clients optimize performance, boost profitability, and operate responsibly.

We have a comprehensive understanding of the mining industry and current issues including decarbonization and understand future ready strategies are critical to countering these issues, capitalizing on opportunities, and adding value to businesses. We work for the world largest mining companies including BHP, Glencore, Rio Tinto, Hancock, not only in Australia, but across the globe. We develop relationships with our clients that go beyond a single project or geography and see ourselves as partners in their mining business, not just consultants. Our partnership with these clients stretches over decades, across many continents and projects.

You will do the following:

1. Design delivery of projects
2. Engage in study design, engineering, and project management across several different fields, notably coal processing and plant improvement studies and designs.
3. Leading scope and budget development in response to clients' needs.
4. Develop designs from conception through to constructible detailed designs ready for immediate execution.
5. Working with the wider resources team and other teams within the company nationally and internationally to deliver clients' outcomes.

A bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering including Chartered status (CPEng, RPEQ) or ability to obtain. Have proven local experience in process plant design, preferably in coal. Demonstrated experience in the specification and technical design of process plant equipment, mineral slurry pumps, pipelines and piping systems. Demonstrated ability leading the development of engineering documentation such as P&ID's, duty specifications, scope of works, procurement packages, engineering lists, and design drawings. Experience in process simulation software packages (Limn) is desirable but not essential. Practical and/or site experience within process plants preferred Demonstrated experience in managing design teams including oversight and mentoring of junior engineers. Ability to manage process design requirements within large multi-discipline studies and detailed design projects, achieving scope, budget, schedule and quality outcomes. Thorough knowledge of codes and standards and a good understanding interfacing discipline requirements within plant design.

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms, bringing together approximately 5,000 talented people across 14 offices in Australia. We are technical experts who design and provide strategic advice on sustainable solutions and engineer Future ReadyTM projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

Our vibrant workplace culture is an important part of what makes this a great place to work. As a leader in WSP, you will have the opportunity to influence and contribute to our social and community initiatives while collaborating with your colleagues to make a positive impact on people's lives. You will also enjoy the rewarding experience of mentoring younger professionals and seeing them succeed and progress in their careers over time. WSP prioritizes the health and wellbeing of our people by offering flexible working, 12 months parental leave, opportunities for global mobility, purchased additional leave, and a competitive salary among many more benefits designed to help you thrive. We are committed to providing an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We promote Indigenous voices and are actively delivering a 'Stretch' level Reconciliation Action Plan. We are a Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice, support the LGBTQI+ community, and encourage all employees to bring their whole selves to work.

Think this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with WSP. Express your interest by clicking on the 'apply now' button. For more information, please contact Nathalie Cahane on Your application is treated with absolute confidentiality. Please no recruitment agencies thank you. #GlobalMining