Senior Mechanical Designer

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Project Overview:

Bechtel, a global leader in project management, engineering, procurement and construction, has been engaged to undertake a Feasibility Study through to EPCM construction and commissioning by one of our key clients. This Project involves Greenfield and Brownfield developments including earthworks through challenging terrain, construction of new crushing facilities, and transmission line installations.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will plan, develop, coordinate and review mechanical design work, produce drawings and documentation, and prepare design estimates for a project. You will coordinate with clients, facilitate technical discussions, and review and approve drawings. You will solve complex technical issues and ensure mechanical designs comply with all regulations and standards.

Major Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, coordinates and reviews design work within a small-size Mechanical design work group on projects of medium size or assignments in support of global business unit
• Produces drawings and documentation in accordance with established design and scope including 3D model equipment layouts and mechanical designs
• Coordinates and interfaces as directed with the day-to-day technical work of Mechanical engineers, scientists, specialists, designers and drafters
• Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to upper management
• Facilitates technical discussions with third parties (client, suppliers, regulators)
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of Mechanical design estimates and work plan in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and manages implementation and performance accordingly
• Develops Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), Bechtel design guides, appropriate Bechtel Standard Computer Applications (BSAPs) and administrative practices
• Coordinates with client representatives as delegated to obtain approval on phases of work
• Reviews key Mechanical engineering drawings and calculations and bid summaries
• Mentors Mechanical designers and drafters by providing appropriate on-the-job training for their professional development
• Ensures Mechanical systems designs comply with all applicable installation codes, regulations, and standards

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Considered skilled and proficient in discipline
• Professional with an understanding of area of specialization, resolves a wide range of issues
• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires a review of a variety of factors
• Demonstrates judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Requires minimal supervision with some latitude for judgment
• Possesses problem-solving responsibility while working under defined guidelines
• May assist less-experienced team members

Working Rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required.

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Total Rewards/Benefits:

There are many reasons why choosing to join Bechtel is one of the best career decisions you will ever make. In addition to working with talented, dedicated people and having the opportunity to play an integral role in stimulating and challenging local and international projects, Bechtel is committed to offering you the benefits and resources to live a healthy life.

With a market aligned salary package and annual discretionary performance bonus scheme in place, employee wellbeing is also at the centre of our business - promoted through our strong health and safety focus and private health cover including access to a leading employee assistance program.

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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. 

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 
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