At EMtek, we’re a multidisciplinary engineering team built on strong values, integrity, technical rigour and deep industry expertise. We provide professional, technical, and project management services across structural, mechanical, process, piping, civil, electrical, instrumentation, safety, control, communications, and software engineering.

With more than 140 talented people across offices in Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide and Ballarat, plus site offices throughout Victoria and Western Australia, we work seamlessly across locations to deliver results.

Our vision is to tackle industry challenges with agile, intelligent, and innovative solutions, supporting projects from concept through to operation. We work across diverse industries including resources, materials handling, infrastructure, power, renewables, and decarbonisation, partnering with leading clients such as Roy Hill/Hancock, Rio Tinto, Fortescue, and Newmont.

Position Overview

With a growing team and multiple projects in the pipeline, we are currently seeking a SeniorMechanical Designer to join our Brisbane team. Reporting to the Design Manager, the role is responsible for contributing to the design and development of mechanical systems and components and related equipment for mining and bulk materials handling infrastructure.

- Management, ownership, and coordination of mechanical design deliverables from feasibility through to detailed design
- Detailed 3D modelling and design of mechanical elements for bulk materials handling infrastructure including conveyors, surge bins, transfer chutes, and crushing stations.
- Development of modularised designs to improve efficiency and reuse across similar projects
- Production of detailed general arrangement (GA), detail,



and equipment layout drawings to a standard suitable for construction and procurement
- Review and checking of drawings produced by junior team members, ensuring quality and compliance with project requirements
- Collaboration with other engineering disciplines, structural, civil, electrical, and instrumentation to ensure effective coordination and integration of mechanical elements within the overall plant design
- Participation in design reviews, client meetings, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings as required

Skills and Experience

Formal qualification in mechanical design is preferable, with 8+ years of multidisciplinary design experience in the mining, resources and heavy industry sector.

Experience working on greenfield and/or brownfield mining projects highly regarded

Demonstrated experience in 3D modelling of large-scale bulk materials handling infrastructure, including overland conveyors, transfer chutes, surge bins, and primary crushing stations

Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation and associated 3D modelling tools (ProStructures / ProSteel highly regarded) and experience in AutoCAD Mechanical or Plant 3D an advantage.

Strong capability in producing detailed general arrangement (GA) drawings, fabrication drawings, and equipment layout drawings to a high standard

Experience in structural steelwork design and detailing, including platforms,



walkways and support structures

Solid understanding of Australian and Industry Standards relevant to structural steel and bulk materials handling that govern mechanical design

Ability to work within a multidisciplinary project setting, coordinating with structural, civil, and process engineers

Experience with document management systems (Autodesk Construction CloudBentley ProjectWise or similar) for drawing issue and revision control

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet project deadlines

Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with engineers, project managers, and site personnel

Ability to work with 3D point cloud scans

Demonstrated understanding of industry safety and environmental standards.

Whyyou'llloveithere

Long-term stability with engaging projects and a secured pipeline with leading mining and infrastructure clients.

A professional but relaxed environment with flexible work arrangements

Friendly, down-to-earth team with supportive colleagues and Experienced leadership team that invests in your development.

Collaborative, low-bureaucracy environment where your input is valued

Opportunities or Flexibility to work from our various company state office locations

Career development opportunities in technical engineering design, project and people management

Exposure to international projects across the Resources, Minerals Processing, Materials Handling, Infrastructure, Power & Renewables, Decarbonisation sectors

If you have any queries please don’t hesitate to contact Human Resources via email at ••••@emtek.com.au

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📌 Senior Mechanical Designer (Queensland)
🏢 EMtek
📍 Queensland