Mechanical Engineer Mining Industry Focus

Schedule:

• Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Australian Western Time, 40 hours per week)

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support Australian-based projects, specializing in the mining industry. Working under the direction of our Australia-based engineers, you’ll design and draft mechanical equipment and plant, including general arrangements, adhering to Australian standards (AS/NZS), ensuring safety, efficiency, and scalability for heavy industrial applications.

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health insurance coverage for eligible locations

Key Responsibilities:

• 3D Modelling of equipment and plant for mining and industrial projects, including:
• Comminution - crushers, screens, feeders
• Materials handling - conveyors, chutes
• Mineral processing – mills, tanks, pumps, piping, cyclones
• Drafting of detailed drawings for mining and industrial projects, using AutoCAD, Revit, or MicroStation
• General Arrangements
• Mechanical Arrangements & Details
• Perform calculations per Australian standards
• Hydraulic calculations – pipe losses, pump selection
• Pipe stress calculations
• Collaborate with Australian engineers to translate design requirements into technical models and drawings.
• Prepare models in Navisworks for engineering reviews.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of design experience, with exposure to Australian standards (AS/NZS).
• Experience with mining and industrial design projects.
• Proficiency in 3D Modelling
• Proficiency with CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, or MicroStation).
• Experience in the development of hydraulic calculations.
• Ability to work autonomously under an Australian engineers direction with minimal supervision.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in engineering software (FluidFlow3).

Side Note:

• This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Reminder:

• Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions that fulfill all requirements will receive priority review.