Sr Mechanical Engineer

Role Responsibilities

Performing and verifying designs using first principles calculations FEA and / or current best practice engineering methods

Ensuring designs are compliant with relevant Australian Standards statutory requirements client specifications and Safety in Design philosophy

Ensure the technical aspects of projects are run smoothly and efficiently. Work closely with designers and project managers to maintain proper documentation to ensure successful project completion.

Provide input related to all technical activities & milestones to the project schedule. Provide Engineering & Design progress updates for project reporting and scheduling.

Plan monitor and control the engineering & design activities and technical deliverables for the projects in accordance with the project Schedule.

Manage technical project priorities in consultation with relevant Project Managers. Consult Department manager in case of project clashes & expected delays.

Identify & discuss technical challenges with internal stakeholders as well as client as applicable before they cause concerns / project delays.

Contribute to maintaining product rationalisation / standardisation across the range of companys engineered equipment and assist in the development of standard systems of work that maximise efficiency

Brief drafting resources and external engineering / design resources to achieve commercial and technical objectives

Maintain effective client relationships advising and interfacing with client representatives on design and risk management decisions

Communicate with and provide technical advice or training to Project Managers Capital Sales Engineers Estimators and tradespersons as required

Perform various mechanical equipment engineering and design tasks at all job phases from initial client enquiry / bid through to installation commissioning and site support

Assist Capital Sales in standard product selection and where required in the development of high level / conceptual designs to support tenders and bids / proposals

Essential

• Min 10-12 years in a mechanical design / engineering role
• Demonstrated history of designing equipment to support bulk materials handling within a mining or heavy industrial environment (preferably Conveyor Feeder Gate)
• Exposure to the design of bulk materials handling equipment mainly conveyor-based systems including component sizing such as shafts drives and take-up assemblies.
• Experienced in machine design and regularly engaged with technical drawings and queries from workshops vendors and clients.
• Strong ability to interface with clients and manage engineering activities from start to finish across active projects ensuring alignment between technical commercial and delivery requirements.
• Completion of TUNRA & Practical Belt Conveying courses or equivalent recognised training in bulk materials handling preferred
• Infrequent local domestic and international travel may be required
• Preferred.
• Experience with 3D modelling software (e.g. Autodesk Inventor AutoCAD and exposure to FEA tools desirable)

Key Skills

Mechanical Design,System Design,FEA,ASME Codes & Standards,CAD,Mechanical Knowledge,Creo,SolidWorks,Mechanical Engineering,Autocad,HVAC Design,Autodesk Inventor

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1