Mechanical Design Engineer (Piping) - Remote AUS company

The company is a headhunting and recruitment agency connecting New Zealand and Australian businesses with top overseas talent.

We’re seeking a versatile Mechanical Design Engineer who brings a strong blend of technical knowledge, drafting capabilities and project documentation skills to help our Australian client’s Non Process Infrastructure business . This remote role focuses on engineering administration, drafting and 3D modelling for piping, skid structures, and NPI projects in the mining sector.

Role

• Support the drafting and development of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for NPI utility systems (e.g., water, fuel, air, and lubrication facilities).

• Utilise CAD software (AutoCAD) to produce accurate, high-quality technical 2D and 3D drawings that meet industry and safety standards.

• Support NPI mining projects through all phases of the project lifecycle: Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS), Detailed Engineering Study (DES), Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), and Detailed Design.

• Assist in the development of robust tender packages and construction-ready documentation for mining infrastructure.

• Ensure precise design continuity across all project phases to minimise redesign, avoid scope creep, and ensure constructability.

• Provide high-level engineering administrative support, including executing calculations and organizing data using Microsoft Excel.

• Draft, edit, and format comprehensive engineering documents and reports using Microsoft Word.

• Track project changes and ensure early project assumptions align with final engineering outcomes.

• Maintain accurate records in the company’s document control system, admin and document formatting in word and excel.

• Ensure all designs comply with Australian Standards, WA Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations, and specific client site standards.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Drafting, or a related field.

• Minimum 2+ years experience in a drafting or engineering role, preferably within the mining, heavy industry, or NPI sectors.

• Advanced skills in AutoCAD (2D/3D) with demonstrated experience creating P&IDs and PFDs is a strong advantage.

• Excellent technical writing skills with the ability to produce clear, compliant tender documents and engineering reports.

• Eager to learn, motivated and open to tackling new challenges.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative with problem-solving skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Word and Excel skills.

• Excellent English skills (writing and speaking).

Nice to have

• Experience with Australian WA mining standards or Non-Process Infrastructure is a huge bonus.

• Background in modular and scalable infrastructure design.

• Experience in Revit.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Teams.

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.

• Flexible time zone hours, general availability between 9am - 6pm AWST/PHT

• Competitive salary paid in AUD.

• Opportunity to work with a specialised team and grow within the business into a leader/management role.

This is a full time remote role (38 hours/week)