Mechanical Project Engineer
Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com
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Chandler Macleod is partnering with a leading resources operator to secure an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer to lead and drive engineering design development across a portfolio of projects.
This is a hands-on design management / technical project management opportunity for someone who can push schedules, hold engineering service providers (ESPs) to account, and confidently review/sign off designs within a structured engineering governance framework.
The Opportunity
You’ll be responsible for managing the engineering design development end-to-end, ensuring designs are fit-for-purpose and delivered in line with engineering governance requirements.
Key accountabilities include:
Chandler Macleod is committed to building inclusive and diverse workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
This is a hands-on design management / technical project management opportunity for someone who can push schedules, hold engineering service providers (ESPs) to account, and confidently review/sign off designs within a structured engineering governance framework.
The Opportunity
- Title: Mechanical Project Engineer (Mechanical Design / Design Manager)
- Location: Perth CBD (Hybrid) — occasional site trips to support projects / attend FATs
- Roster: Monday–Friday (5/2), standard office hours with ad hoc travel
- Contract: 6-month contract (increase in work)
- Start: ASAP
- Pay: $105/hr + super (PAYG)
You’ll be responsible for managing the engineering design development end-to-end, ensuring designs are fit-for-purpose and delivered in line with engineering governance requirements.
Key accountabilities include:
- Driving design delivery and maintaining momentum across multiple work fronts
- Managing ESPs and ensuring outputs meet scope, schedule, and quality expectations
- Reviewing and critically analysing design deliverables (drawings, documentation, design decisions)
- Providing disciplined schedule focus and progressing designs through approvals
- Making sound engineering/design decisions and signing off designs for construction readiness
- Proactive stakeholder engagement and clear communication across project teams
- Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer (design engineering background)
- Senior-level experience (approx. 12–15 years) in mechanical engineering / design delivery environments
- Proven ability to drive projects, remain disciplined, and deliver to schedule
- Strong capability reviewing engineering deliverables and approving design submissions
- Confident decision-maker with a solutions-focused mindset
- Strong organisation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong general capability working within large asset-owner engineering frameworks
- Excel
- SPO, MicroStation, P6, SAP
- Join a high-performing engineering function supporting critical project outcomes
- High-autonomy role suited to a motivated “driver” (not purely advisory)
- Perth-based, professional environment with varied project exposure
Chandler Macleod is committed to building inclusive and diverse workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Mechanical Project Engineer role?
Chandler Macleod is hiring for the Mechanical Project Engineer position. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Mechanical Project Engineer job located?
The Mechanical Project Engineer role with Chandler Macleod is based in Perth, WA, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Mechanical Project Engineer role remote?
Yes — the Mechanical Project Engineer position at Chandler Macleod is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Mechanical Project Engineer role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Mechanical Project Engineer role at AUD 105–110 per hour.
Is the Mechanical Project Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Mechanical Project Engineer role?
The Mechanical Project Engineer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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