About Us
Established in 2014, Sedgman Prudentia delivers multi-discipline engineering services across all phases of projects from research and development, piloting, option selection or optimisation studies, feasibility studies, front-end engineering and detailed design, project implementation, operational readiness and commissioning support.
Sedgman Prudentia offers optimal practical solutions to Energy, Chemicals and Mineral Processing industries and is able to leverage Sedgman's capability and capacity to enhance our service offering to clients.
With office locations in Adelaide and Brisbane, join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in engineering and design solutions.
The Opportunity
Due to our sustained growth, we are currently seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Minerals Processing Brownfields team located in Adelaide. If you're a self-motivated, results-driven individual passionate about developing your engineering skills and experience, this role is for you.
This position reports directly to the Mechanical Team Lead and involves developing mechanical design solutions and associated design deliverables on projects from concept through to detailed design for our clients.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the mechanical engineering scopes on projects and guide the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures
- Perform and/or review mechanical and piping design calculations and analysis
- Develop and/or review technical specifications, datasheets, engineering scopes and other design documentation
- Develop complex mechanical and piping design solutions
- Lead the selection and procurement of equipment, manage vendor packages and integrate vendor data into the engineering design
- Manage the budget and schedule for the delivery of the mechanical engineering and drafting scope on projects
- Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, systems and processes
- Coach and mentor junior engineers on technical aspects and project delivery
Qualifications, skills and experience:
The candidate must demonstrate the following attributes;
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in a design/consultancy environment within Resources or Energy & Chemicals Industry
- Sound understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practices
- Demonstrated experience working on multi-discipline projects and leading the mechanical scope
- Sound understanding of project management principles and controls
- Ability to lead a small team
- Ability to work and make decisions independently
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Why join?
- Career growth, Development and Reward: Work within multidisciplinary teams to expand your experience and capabilities and be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package.
- Work-life Balance and a Supportive Work Environment: Flexible arrangements and a collaborative workplace culture.
Health and Wellbeing: Our safety and wellbeing app, Sonder, is available 24/7, offering comprehensive mental health support and work/life services to ensure you and your loved ones are cared for.
Inclusive Culture: Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a welcoming workplace for all.
How to join our team:
If you're eager to apply your skills and experience to our success and shape our future direction, then this role could be the perfect fit for you. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter outlining why you are an ideal candidate for the role by clicking “Apply Now".
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
- Minimum 10 years' experience in a design/consultancy environment within Resources or Energy & Chemicals Industry
- Sound understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practices
- Demonstrated experience working on multi-discipline projects and leading the mechanical scope
- Sound understanding of project management principles and controls
- Ability to lead a small team
- Ability to work and make decisions independently
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
What We Do
CIMIC Group is an engineering-led construction, mining, services and infrastructure development leader working across the lifecycle of assets, infrastructure and resources projects. CIMIC Group comprises our construction businesses CPB Contractors, Leighton Asia and Broad, our mining and mineral processing companies Thiess (joint control) and Sedgman, our services specialist UGL, and our development and investment arm Pacific Partnerships – all supported by our in-house engineering consultancy EIC Activities. Our mission is to generate sustainable returns by delivering innovative and competitive solutions for clients and safe, fulfilling careers for our people. With a history since 1899, and around 30,000 people in around 20 countries, we strive to be known for our principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery, underpinned by Safety. CIMIC is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Australia Index and FTSE4Good. The principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery underpin CIMIC’s operations. These principles provide a shared language and identity for CIMIC and guide its actions. Each of these principles is underpinned by a continual focus on safety which is fundamental to CIMIC’s operations.
