Chandler Macleod
is partnering with a leading resources operator to secure an experienced
Mechanical Project Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer
to lead and drive engineering design development across a portfolio of projects.
This is a hands-on
design management / technical project management
opportunity for someone who can push schedules, hold engineering service providers (ESPs) to account, and confidently review/sign off designs within a structured engineering governance framework.
The Opportunity
Title:
Mechanical Project Engineer (Mechanical Design / Design Manager)
Location:
Perth CBD (Hybrid) —
occasional site trips
to support projects / attend FATs
Roster:
Monday–Friday (5/2), standard office hours with ad hoc travel
Contract:
6-month contract
(increase in work)
Start:
ASAP
Pay:
$105/hr + super (PAYG)
What You'll Be Doing
You'll be responsible for managing the engineering design development end-to-end, ensuring designs are fit-for-purpose and delivered in line with engineering governance requirements.
Key accountabilities include:
Driving design delivery and maintaining momentum across multiple work fronts
Managing ESPs and ensuring outputs meet scope, schedule, and quality expectations
Reviewing and critically analysing design deliverables (drawings, documentation, design decisions)
Providing disciplined schedule focus and progressing designs through approvals




Making sound engineering/design decisions and
signing off designs
for construction readiness
Proactive stakeholder engagement and clear communication across project teams
What We're Looking For (Must-Haves)
Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer
(design engineering background)
Senior-level experience (approx. ***** years)
in mechanical engineering / design delivery environments
Proven ability to
drive projects
, remain disciplined, and deliver to schedule
Strong capability reviewing engineering deliverables and
approving design submissions
Confident decision-maker with a solutions-focused mindset
Solid organisation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Tools / Systems Required:
Strong general capability working within large asset-owner engineering frameworks
Excel
Highly regarded:
SPO
,
MicroStation
,
P6
,
SAP
Why This Role
Join a high-performing engineering function supporting critical project outcomes
High-autonomy role suited to a motivated "driver" (not purely advisory)
Perth-based, professional environment with varied project exposure
Apply / Enquire If this sounds like you, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion and a copy of the full brief.
Chandler Macleod is committed to building inclusive and diverse workplaces.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

📌 Mechanical Project Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Chandler Macleod
📍 Perth