Lead Mechanical Designer

Lead Mechanical Designer:

An established engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical / Piping Designer to join its Perth-based team.
Working across a major minerals processing project, you will lead design and drafting activities from early concept development through to detailed design and construction-ready deliverables. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams while mentoring and supporting designers across the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical and piping design activities across the project
• Develop and review plant layouts, piping arrangements and equipment models
• Coordinate with process, electrical, structural and project engineering teams
• Review drawings, 3D models and design deliverables to ensure quality and constructability
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to designers and drafting personnel
• Support engineering teams through all project phases from concept design to detailed delivery

About you

• Certificate, Diploma or equivalent qualification in Engineering Design or a related discipline is desirable
• Proven experience delivering mining, mineral processing or heavy industrial projects
• Previous experience leading design teams and coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a project environment
• Australian work rights

Software experience Experience with some or all of the following will be highly regarded:

• Bentley OpenBuildings Designer
• Bentley OpenPlant Modeler
• Bentley OpenPlant Isometrics Manager
• Bentley MicroStation
• Autodesk Navisworks
• AutoCAD

What's on offer

• Competitive salary package
• Permanent, Perth-based position
• Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance
• Modern office environment with employee facilities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Regular social and team events
• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale resources and industrial projects
• Long-term career development opportunities

If you're an experienced Mechanical or Piping Designer looking to step into a leadership role with a growing engineering team, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply If you have a strong background in engineering design and are looking for your next career move within a project-focused team, we'd welcome your application.
Reach out to [email protected]