Senior / Lead SMP Designer – Mineral Processing

Overview

Opportunities are available for experienced Senior and Lead SMP Designers to join established engineering consultancies in Perth, supporting a strong pipeline of mining and mineral processing projects.

Working across studies and detailed design, these positions will contribute to the development of mechanical, structural and piping designs for a range of mineral processing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review 3D models, general arrangements, layouts and detailed design drawings.

• Develop mechanical, structural and piping designs across mineral processing facilities.

• Prepare equipment layouts, fabrication drawings, piping arrangements and associated design documentation.

• Work closely with engineers and other design disciplines to ensure coordinated project deliverables.

• Ensure designs comply with project specifications, relevant standards and client requirements.

• Participate in design reviews, model reviews and clash detection activities.

• Provide technical guidance and support to junior designers, with Lead-level positions responsible for coordinating design teams.

• Deliver design packages within agreed project schedules and budgets.

Candidate Experience

• Relevant tertiary or technical qualification in Mechanical, Structural or related engineering disciplines, or equivalent industry experience.

• Demonstrated experience as an SMP Designer within mining, mineral processing or related industries.

• Experience working across engineering studies and detailed design projects.

• Strong proficiency in 3D design software, ideally MicroStation and/or Bentley applications.

• Experience producing mechanical, structural and piping design deliverables for process plants.

• Understanding of general arrangements, equipment layouts, piping systems and fabrication requirements.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

• Previous experience mentoring or coordinating design teams desirable for Lead-level positions.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunities across established Perth-based engineering consultancies.

• Exposure to a diverse range of mining and mineral processing projects.

• Long-term project opportunities and potential for ongoing career development.

• Collaborative engineering and design teams.

• Competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements.