If you’re looking for a career with a company that has a ‘Can Do’ attitude, then look no further than Primero. We’re a team of skilled and determined problem solvers, who back our projects, and each other. We’re energised by our culture, anchored by our values, and driven to deliver for our clients. Join us if you take pride in having a ‘Can Do’ attitude.
About Us
Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi-national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we’ve grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time.Working with us you’ll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering significant projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy.
Find out what a career at Primero can do for you.
Your Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Designer to join our Perth team, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across various commodities (including gold, lithium, rare earths). This role offers the opportunity to work across the full project lifecycle, from studies and detailed design through to construction support and commissioning.You will play a key role within a multidisciplinary engineering team delivering mechanical designs for minerals processing plants and associated infrastructure. Depending on experience, the role may include technical leadership, mentoring of designers, coordination of design deliverables and client interface responsibilities. This role will be based at our new Head Office on St Georges Tce,



Perth. Adjacent to the train station, the city office has state of the art end of journey facilities, including secure storage for bicycles and scooters, a gym, tennis court, basketball hoop and a swimming pool available for all Primero employees. Your Key Responsibilities Develop high-quality mechanical layouts, 3D models and detailed design drawingsProduce design deliverables for studies, detailed engineering and construction phasesAssist with equipment integration, constructability and plant layout optimisationParticipate in design reviews, model reviews and interdisciplinary coordinationLiaise with clients, vendors and project stakeholdersSupport junior designers and contribute to continuous improvement initiativesEnsure designs comply with relevant Australian and industry standards
What You ‘Can Do’Experience in mechanical design within mining, minerals processing or heavy industryStrong understanding of fixed plant and materials handling systemsExperience in the Autodesk suite of software including Advance Steel, Plant 3D is highly desirableExperience working across feasibility and detailed design projectsAbility to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
What we ‘Can Do’ for you:Competitive CompensationFlexible Working ArrangementsCareer OpportunitiesPaid Parental LeaveHealth and Wellbeing SupportBenefits & DiscountsEmployee Referral Rewards
If you're looking for a career where you experience more 'Can Do', then we're the team for you.Find out what a Primero career Can Do for you.
APPLY NOWIf you believe you have what it takes and want to work for a company who put its people first, please apply now.Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female, veteran and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.Follow us on LinkedIn for news, updates and career opportunities.

📌 Senior Mechanical Designer (Perth)
🏢 Primero
📍 Perth