Wood is currently recruiting for a Principal/Senior Mechanical Engineer (Pressure Hydrometallurgy) to join our Perth office. 

You will take the lead on some of the worlds most technically challenging mining and minerals projects for the Mechanical Engineering group, across a range of commodities and continents. You will join likeminded, agile industry peers who are highly qualified, experienced and recognised industry innovators to create new possibilities...  

As a leading Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineer with expertise in Autoclave technology you will:

• Manage and execute the delivery of best practice process plant designs and associated services in designated studies, projects and consulting services
• Ensure the team maintains a leading-edge technical capability through the development of designs, industry contacts, new technologies and innovative practices
• Develop innovative mechanical engineering solutions to complex technical problems for a wide range of commodities
• Provide technical guidance and advice to other functional departments and the wider organisation as required
• Ensure designs meet required safety standards and actively participate in HAZOP studies and design reviews
• Proactively assist in identifying business opportunities and develop new and existing client relationships

Working in a collegiate team culture from our centrally located Perth CBD offices, you will also enjoy free 24/7 access to an exclusive onsite gym and superb end of trip facilities to ensure you make the most of Western Australias lifestyle.

Suitably qualified in mechanical engineering from a recognised institution, you will have:

• Extensive experience in the Mining and Minerals industry within a projects and engineering environment
• In-depth technical knowledge of process plant and autoclave design and operation
• Extensive experience with metallurgical test work and pilot plant campaigns for pressure hydrometallurgical projects
• Ability to manage risk during the design process consistent with technical and commercial requirements
• Excellent analytical, literacy and numerical skills
• Experience in pressure vessel design and knowledge of applicable codes and standards.

What will set you apart will be your specialist expertise in autoclave technology providing solutions for Pressure Oxidation (POX) or High-Pressure Acid Leach (HPAL) projects.

If you are Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer looking for a career opportunity without peer, we encourage you to apply.  Support for sponsorship and relocation is available.

Shortlisting will commence immediately.

Wood is a global leader in the delivery of project, engineering and technical services to energy and industrial markets. We operate in more than 60 countries, employing around 60,000 people, with revenues of over $10 billion.  We provide performance-driven solutions throughout the asset life cycle, from concept to decommissioning across a broad range of industrial markets, including the upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas, power & process, environment and infrastructure, clean energy, mining, nuclear, and general industrial sectors.  <web address removed>  

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.