Mechanical Design Engineer - Resources

About the Role

In this position you will work alongside industry leaders and technical specialists on major mining projects across Australia and abroad. Your day will involve preparing technical reports, producing design documentation, and navigating every project phase from feasibility studies to execution. Regular liaison with clients, contractors and stakeholders ensures that project delivery meets safety, sustainability and community expectations. • Work alongside industry leaders and technical specialists on major mining projects across Australia and abroad. • Prepare technical reports and produce comprehensive design documentation. • Support all project phases from feasibility studies through to execution and commissioning. • Coordinate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. • Address complex technical challenges within a collaborative team environment. • Design and specify bulk material handling and fluid handling systems for mining and heavy‑industry projects. • Create engineering documentation such as specifications, datasheets, reports, and scopes of work. • Quickly learn and apply new engineering software tools as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸system design
• ▸material handling
• ▸technical reporting
• ▸project phasing
• ▸stakeholder coordination
• ▸software tools

What You Bring

The Resource & Industry (R&I) team in Western Australia is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with proven mining infrastructure experience to join our Perth office. The role supports mining and industrial clients who are targeting zero‑emission operations, optimizing production while reducing costs and environmental impact. You will contribute to projects that span concept, design, engineering, construction, commissioning, operation and de‑commissioning for both greenfield and brownfield assets. We are looking for candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and have 2‑6 years of relevant experience, preferably within a consultancy or owner‑side environment that uses a Front End Loading approach. Experience in designing bulk material handling and fluid handling systems, as well as drafting specifications, datasheets, and scopes of work, is highly valued. Strong communication, problem‑solving and a collaborative mindset are essential, and the ability to quickly learn new engineering software is a plus. • Hold a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. • Possess 2–6 years of relevant experience, ideally in consultancy or owner‑side roles using Front End Loading. • Demonstrate strong communication, problem‑solving, and collaborative abilities.

Requirements

• ▸mechanical engineering
• ▸2-6 years
• ▸front end
• ▸communication
• ▸problem solving
• ▸bulk handling

Benefits

AECOM offers flexible work arrangements, including hybrid, part‑time, job‑sharing and alternative start/finish times, together with the option to purchase up to six weeks of additional annual leave. Employees benefit from flexible public holidays, paid study leave, professional development courses, and a robust global well‑being program. Our inclusive culture welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides accommodations for disabilities or neurodiverse needs throughout the hiring process. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and we actively engage with First Nations peoples as part of our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan. By joining AECOM you gain access to industry‑leading technology, global career opportunities, and the chance to contribute to sustainable infrastructure that shapes a better world. • Benefit from flexible work options, including hybrid, part‑time, and job‑sharing arrangements. • Option to purchase up to six weeks of additional annual leave each year. • Flexible public holidays and paid study leave with professional development support. • Inclusive hiring practices with accommodations for disabilities, health needs, and neurodiversity.

Work Environment

Hybrid