Senior Mechanical Engineer
DRD Group ·www.drdgroup.com.au
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We’re partnering with a major player in the mining and energy sector to secure an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer for a long-term project pipeline based in Perth.
This is a high-impact role working across major studies and project delivery, suited to someone who thrives in a multi-disciplinary environment and can take ownership of mechanical design and deliverables.
About the Role
You’ll play a key role across the full project lifecycle — from early-stage studies through to execution — delivering mechanical engineering solutions on large-scale mining infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
For more information about this opportunity, please click APPLY or contact Melvern on 08 94374400 or via email on melvern.manuksuk@drdgroup.com.au
DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications
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This is a high-impact role working across major studies and project delivery, suited to someone who thrives in a multi-disciplinary environment and can take ownership of mechanical design and deliverables.
About the Role
You’ll play a key role across the full project lifecycle — from early-stage studies through to execution — delivering mechanical engineering solutions on large-scale mining infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical design to ensure compliance with standards, codes, and best practice
- Develop engineering deliverables including calculations, equipment sizing, datasheets, and material take-offs
- Manage equipment packages – specifications, vendor engagement, evaluations, and FATs
- Review and support design outputs including layouts, 3D models, and construction drawings
- Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments, and project planning activities
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget
- Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer
- 10+ years’ experience in mining or heavy industry
- Strong background across concept, FEED, and detailed design
- Experience with materials handling, slurry systems, or process plants highly regarded
- Proven ability to size and specify equipment (conveyors, pumps, piping, etc.)
- Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to work across disciplines
- Experience with construction / commissioning phases
- FEA or 3D modelling capability
- Exposure to overland conveyors or chute design
- $85–$110/hr + Super
- 12-month initial contract with strong extension potential
- Perth-based, Monday to Friday role
- Work across large-scale, high-value mining and energy projects
- Join a high-performing engineering team with ongoing pipeline
For more information about this opportunity, please click APPLY or contact Melvern on 08 94374400 or via email on melvern.manuksuk@drdgroup.com.au
DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications
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Where is the Senior Mechanical Engineer job located?
The Senior Mechanical Engineer role with DRD Group is based in Perth, WA, AU.
What does the Senior Mechanical Engineer role pay?
DRD Group lists the Senior Mechanical Engineer role at AUD 85–105 per hour.
Is the Senior Mechanical Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at DRD Group.
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