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Nunafab

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Nunafab

. Lead senior mechanical engineering scopes for minerals processing and mining projects .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timePerth • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical engineering design and analysis, particularly in piping systems, tanks, and vessels, while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Proven leadership in mentoring engineering teams and delivering projects within scope, budget, and schedule.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Mechanical Engineering DesignFEA (Finite Element Analysis)Project DeliveryMentoring Engineering TeamsTechnical Compliance

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Hard Skills
Mechanical DesignPiping EngineeringRisk AssessmentFailure InvestigationPipe Stress AnalysisCalculationsMaterials HandlingRotating Equipment DesignTanks and Vessels DesignTechnical Documentation
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsStakeholder EngagementTeam Leadership
Tools & Technologies
Engineering Design ToolsMS Office
Certifications & Qualifications
CPEngRPEngRPEQ
Industry Keywords
Minerals ProcessingMining ProjectsAustralian StandardsInternational StandardsSafety StandardsQuality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead senior mechanical engineering scopes for minerals processing and mining projects
  • Ensure technical compliance with client standards and integration into new and existing facilities
  • Provide mechanical design and analysis for piping systems, tanks, vessels, pressure equipment, materials handling, and rotating equipment
  • Perform calculations, risk assessments, and failure investigations to enhance reliability and safety
  • Select mechanical equipment according to client and industry requirements and applicable Australian/international standards
  • Mentor and lead engineering teams
  • Oversee mechanical and piping discipline project delivery within scope, budget, and schedule
  • Maintain safety and quality standards
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and site personnel to develop and implement practical engineering solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Tertiary degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • CPEng/RPEng or RPEQ preferred
  • Minimum of 12 years of industry experience, including project delivery and work on multi-discipline projects across various engineering phases
  • Demonstrated experience in mechanical and piping engineering
  • Experience designing tanks and vessels following industry codes
  • FEA mandatory
  • Pipe stress analysis desirable
  • Proven ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and engage stakeholders effectively
  • Proficiency in engineering design tools, MS Office, and technical documentation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Willingness and ability to travel to remote sites or interstate as required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible arrangements to help you achieve work-life balance
  • A focus on your professional development and opportunities to grow your career within Sedgman
  • A collaborative focus on continuous improvement and innovation in our safety culture
  • A friendly and social work environment
  • Safety and wellbeing app, Sonder, available 24/7
  • Comprehensive mental health support and work/life services
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion