Mechanical Engineer Resources

Job Description

AECOM fosters a great culture where alignment between people and projects leads to outstanding outcomes.- Colin Rossetti Resource & Industry Sector Leader ANZ 

Come grow with us.

AECOM partners with mining and industrial clients focused on achieving zero emissions and optimising production while reducing costs. With a global presence and local leadership we manage risks and prioritise safety sustainability and community expectations.

Our services cover the entire project lifecyclefrom concept design engineering and project management to commissioning operations and decommissioning. We support clients in both greenfield and brownfield mining and minerals processing helping them adapt to climate change and implement technologies that reduce environmental impact as they work toward net-zero emissions and support low-emissions technologies. 

Everyone belongs at AECOM.

With continued growth across WA the Resource & Industry (R&I) team have opened an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer with demonstrated materials handling experience to deliver technical designs for a range of large mining projects from the Perth office.

What will a day in this role look like

• Lead mechanical design of material handling systems including conveyors chutes and feeders.
• Perform calculations and design checks using engineering software and spreadsheets.
• Model material flows and system performance using software such as Sidewinder Belt Analyst Helix or Rocky DEM.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver detailed design packages for mining and bulk material handling projects.
• Ensure designs meet client industry and safety standards. 

Qualifications :

The qualities that help you thrive

At a minimum youll need a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering. The following experience are highly desired but if you dont tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply all applications will be considered

• Proven design experience in mechanical/material handling design (essential) as a professional engineer.
• Knowledge of Australian standards across the design and specification of mining bulk materials handling and fluids handling systems and equipment.
• Strong design and calculation skills (software/spreadsheets) with practical experience in material handling design software (Sidewinder Belt Analyst Helix Rocky DEM).
• A collaborative approach with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in national and global teams to produce innovative and efficient solutions for bulk material handling systems.

Additional Information :

Why youll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times part-time job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year         
• Flex public holidays swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns professional development courses financial study assistance 5 days paid study leave global career opportunities

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds including those with disabilities additional health or mental health needs and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in and the role may close earlier than expected so if this opportunity sounds like you we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity diversity and inclusion a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time