Mechanical Project Engineer

Reference: NES028366-Lus-1

Mechanical Project Engineer (PrEng Preferred)
 

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join a leading engineering solutions provider servicing the mining and mineral processing sector. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer with extensive project execution experience and a strong understanding of mineral processing plant equipment.


The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from concept and design through to installation, commissioning, and handover, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and schedule.
Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical engineering projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Develop and review technical specifications, drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Manage contractors, suppliers, and site-based activities.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and industry standards.
• Liaise with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical support during plant commissioning and start-up.

Minimum Requirements

• BEng/BSc Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' project engineering experience within mining, mineral processing, EPC, EPCM, or heavy industrial environments.
• Proven experience delivering projects from design through to commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical plant equipment and associated systems.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to site when required.

Preferred Requirements

• PrEng registration with ECSA.
• Experience within mineral processing plants.
• Exposure to CAPEX, brownfield, and greenfield projects.
• Experience with pumps, conveyors, crushers, piping, tanks, and bulk materials handling systems.
• Project Management qualification advantageous.