Lead Process Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 14, 2026.
About Us
Established in 2014, Sedgman Prudentia delivers multi-discipline engineering services across all project phases from 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 Process Engineer to join our Minerals Processing Brownfields team located in Brisbane or Adelaide. If you're a self-motivated, results-driven individual, passionate about leading studies and engaging in multidiscipline design projects and supporting the development of junior engineers, this role is for you.
This position involves, hands on development of process deliverables, provide technical and project direction for multidiscipline design teams and internal and external stakeholder management to deliver projects from concept through to execution for our clients.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide leadership to engineering projects to determine design requirements, engineering scope, and constraints.
- Develop plans, specifications, and other documents.
- Coordinate a scope of work and lead work programs, including advice on the identification, selection and procurement of equipment or components.
- Lead engineering scopes and guide the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Acknowledge and apply concepts of sustainability to engineering.
- Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, systems, and processes.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
The candidate must demonstrate the following attributes;
- Minimum 10 years’ experience.
- Recognised bachelor’s degree in engineering (in relevant discipline).
- Experience with SYSCAD
- Demonstrated experience across multiple engineering phases.
- Demonstrated experience working on multi-discipline projects.
- Experience Leading studies and project teams
- Professional engineering registration in relevant legislated Australian state jurisdiction.
- Ability to lead a small team.
Nice to Haves:
- Background in engineering consulting on small to medium projects
- Experience in hydrometallurgical processes
- Experience in copper, uranium, gold, aluminium & battery materials
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".