Your new company

Our client is a global machine manufacturer and integrated solution provider specialising in underground coal mining. They export high-performance longwall mining equipment worldwide. Their product range includes roof supports, power distribution centres, and advanced electrical engineering systems for mining and tunnelling. Our client has a vacancy for a Mechanical Design Engineer to commence ASAP.

Your new role

• Follow health, safety, environment, and quality protocols, including relevant laws and client standards.

• Ensure work aligns with Safety and Health Management, Environmental Management, and Quality Systems.

• Promptly report hazards, incidents, and near misses involving yourself or others.

• Adhere to design, drafting, and engineering policies and procedures.

• Inspect and measure machinery and parts.

• Create technical drafts and designs to improve fabrication and quality.

• Identify design opportunities for efficient labour and component performance.

• Participate in risk assessments and occasionally lead them.

• Prepare engineering reports, calculations, and finite element analyses.

• Communicate with clients to understand and confirm requirements.

• Coordinate with teams, suppliers, and subcontractors for design and manufacturing.

• Contribute to new idea development and product drafts.

• Collaborate with project managers and customers for design clarity.

• Assist in engineering improvements to equipment.

• Contribute to tendering processes for accurate estimates.

• Maintain Job Register and master schedule updates.
  
  

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree/Tertiary qualification in a Mechanical Engineering discipline.

• Three years post graduate heavy mechanical engineering experience, preferably within the mining industry.

• High level computer aptitude including CAD 2D drawing / 3D modelling / FEA / Engineering Calculations.

• Understanding of underground coal mining systems and operations with particular emphasis on longwall systems.
  
  

What you'll get in return

If you’re successful in this role, you will be offered a full-time position with a reputable company. You will be working on a Monday to Friday roster, and you will be paid an attractive salary package + super.

What you need to do now

In the Mackay & Coalfields region, there are several opportunities available. If you are interested in this role and believe your skills meet the above criteria, please apply at your earliest convenience.
Alternatively, if this role isn't quite right for you – contact Renee Brease today on 07 4960 1129 to discuss other opportunities.