Design engineer
Design engineers use their technical knowledge and design skills to create innovative solutions across various industries. They are involved in the concept, design, development, and management of projects in areas such as construction, software, machinery, and more.
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Process Engineer
Location: Perth
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Validation
Experience: 4 years
Delivery of process engineering scopes across the portfolio Development of discipline work scopes and delivery schedules Driving HSEQ performance, process safety and integrity management throughout delivery of scope including participation in HAZOP/LOPA workshops and resultant action closeout. Collaborating across projects and asset teams to drive efficient solutions across process discipline areas Ensuring conformance with WMS, Engineering Standards and Specifications Management of change, both internally within Woodside and externally with Contractors Ensuring robust and 'fit for purpose' governance, verification, validation and assurance for all scope elements Driving consistency and continuous improvement in ways of working Ensuring liaison with Subject Matter Experts and Technical Authorities where required Drive performance of the engineering team, through Contractors, to strive for outstanding results Ensuring tasks are closed out and lessons learnt are communicated appropriately within the organization and to Contractors.
Site Engineer
Location: Brisbane
Branche: Infrastructure
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 1 years
As a Site Engineer, you'll be instrumental in supporting the successful delivery of TMR works, focusing on planning, coordination, and execution. You'll work closely with project managers, supervisors, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure all technical, contractual, and quality aspects of the project are met. Assist with the day-to-day site operations and ensure project milestones are achieved Interpret and apply TMR specifications, drawings, and standards Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental requirements Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, and site logistics Assist with preparation of ITPs, quality documentation, and as-builts Provide accurate progress reporting and support cost control efforts Support project engineers and supervisors to resolve technical issues
Project Engineer
Location: Mackay
Branche: Infrastructure
Expertise: HR & Recruiting
Experience: 2 years
Project Coordination & Delivery Oversee day-to-day site operations and ensure alignment with project timelines and budgets Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to maintain smooth workflow Monitor progress and proactively resolve issues to avoid delays Technical Oversight Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to guide construction activities Ensure compliance with relevant standards, codes, and council requirements Assist in the preparation of construction methodologies and sequencing plans Stakeholder Engagement Liaise with clients, council representatives, and internal teams to ensure expectations are met Attend site meetings and provide regular updates on progress and challenges Foster strong relationships with local authorities and community stakeholders Quality, Safety & Environmental Compliance Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures Uphold safety standards and promote a culture of zero harm Ensure environmental controls are in place and adhered to Reporting & Documentation Maintain accurate records of site activities, variations, and progress reports Support the Project Manager with forecasting, procurement, and cost tracking Contribute to post-project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
Senior Project Engineer - SURF
Location: Perth
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 2 years
Provide engineering leadership across project planning, offshore/site work, tender prep, and execution. Mentor and guide Project & Graduate Engineers, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and fostering growth. Define and forecast manning/resourcing needs; contribute to cost estimates, engineering task definitions, and CTRs. Generate and review technical documentation - including calculations, specifications, procedures, layouts, schematics, and equipment lists. Lead HAZID workshops; ensure engineering outputs meet MMA and client technical, quality, safety, and regulatory standards. Work with CAD designers across Perth and Singapore; manage external engineering partnerships. Support offshore execution phases with technical oversight and ensure adherence to HSEQ guidelines. Drive innovation-promote improvement in products, services, processes, and support new development opportunities. Handle administrative duties: timesheets, PRs, POs, document control.
Rotating Engineer (Maintenance Planning)
Location: Perth
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Validation
Experience: 4 years
As a Rotating Engineer - Technical Support Team (TST): Lead OPEX and CAPEX modifications to reduce safety, environmental, regulatory, and financial risks Provide input into HAZOP/LOPA workshops, ART forums, FP investigations, and respond to engineering queries Manage external service providers for multidiscipline projects including scope definition, budgets, and schedule tracking Support frontline engineering through assessments, investigations, emergent scopes, and leave/turnaround coverage Support planning engineering via maintenance strategies, procedure updates, and technical reviews As a Rotating Engineer - Planning Team: Support campaign readiness and MOC/STC workpacks for rotating equipment Contribute to Capex projects and optimisation of maintenance strategies aligned with ARP Respond to queries, screen maintenance notifications, and manage Safety & Environmental Critical Elements (WM1040PF9809289) Assist with incident investigations (WM0000PG9905421) and apply lessons learned Provide backfill support to KGP Frontline and Execution Teams
Senior Project Engineer
Location: Port Macquarie
Branche: Infrastructure
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 2 years
Lead and support a small team of engineers to deliver the project according to quality, safety, environmental, and budget requirements Monitor project progress and construction performance against plans and contracts Review and manage contractor communications, claims, variations, and extensions of time Ensure adherence to contract specifications, approvals, and legislative requirements Assist with risk and issues management and participate in project audits and quality reviews Maintain effective document control and reporting systems Provide technical advice on construction methods, traffic control, work programs, and compliance Collaborate with project management and stakeholders to ensure clear communication and problem resolution
Mechanical Engineer - Maintenance Planning
Location: Perth
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Validation
Experience: 4 years
Use technical judgment & experience, to select appropriate mechanical work for maintenance campaigns Deliver engineering support for planned maintenance activities, including MOCs and STC workpacks Assist with Capex projects and PSRA remediation activities Actively participate in optimizing maintenance strategies based on the evolving ARP Respond promptly to engineering queries for recurring and corrective workflows Screen Maintenance Notifications per Section 4 of W1000SG9678976 Manage Maintenance Workflow (when delegated by scope owner) Manage mechanical related Safety & Environmental Critical Elements per WM1040PF9809289, specifically sections 3.2 (Manage Enterprise Assets), 3.3 (Plan, Schedule), and 3.5 (Measure, Analyze, Improve) Report or assist with incident investigations per HSE Event Reporting, Investigating and Learning Procedure, WM0000PG9905421 Evaluate feedback from site-based Execution Engineering Team and identify improvement opportunities Provide backfill support for KGP Frontline Engineering Team and Execution Teams regarding Mechanical engineering coverage
Project Engineer - Mechanical
Location: Kwinana
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of brownfield sustaining projects in accordance with internal project governance. Apply a hybrid Agile/Scrum project methodology including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Collaborate with internal engineering, construction, and operations teams to ensure seamless project execution. Manage contractor interfaces and ensure alignment with project scope and standards. Oversee procurement of materials and services, and track cost and schedule performance. Ensure completed works are handed over smoothly to operational teams. Foster a high-performing, safety-focused project environment that aligns with company policies and procedures
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Perth
Branche: Mining
Expertise: HR & Recruiting
Experience: 0 years
You will report to the Manager Engineering and be offered the following opportunities: Be part of a high-performance team with a strong values-based culture. Enjoy longevity working on a portfolio of major studies and projects. Deliver on multi-billion dollars studies and projects across multiple assets. Experience all phases of a project from scoping study, prefeasibility, feasibility to execution, Mechanical discipline responsibility on a study/project under the direction of a project lead. You will be responsible to: Ensure the mechanical design complies with the relevant regulations and codes, Fortescue's Values, standards, procedures, processes and specifications, and industry best practice. Develop mechanical calculations, equipment selection, datasheets, equipment list, piping list, utility consumption list, lubrication schedule, tie-ins schedule, capital spare schedule, bills of materials, and all mechanical engineering deliverables. Support designers and review 3D model, plot plan, layout drawings, general arrangements, plan and profile, design drawings, liner drawings, fabrication drawings, and construction drawings. Manage equipment packages including equipment specifications, requisition packages, technical clarifications, bid tabulation / evaluation / recommendation, review vendor data, resolve technical queries, participate in inspection and factory acceptance test. Constribute in project reviews, including design reviews, functional safety reviews, risk reviews, cost estimate and schedule review, and other relevant technical reviews. Deliver all mechanical discipline scope and deliverables within the allocated budget and schedule. Collaborate with the other disciplines and functions for scope development, squad checks, and provide general support to the project under the direction of the project lead.
Water Design Engineer
Location: Perth
Branche: Mining
Expertise: HR & Recruiting
Experience: 0 years
Conduct hydraulic modelling of pipelines, borefields, pump stations, ponds, tanks, and related infrastructure. Prepare and compile work packages, including construction drawings, quantity estimates, scopes of work, and stakeholder liaison. Facilitate design reviews, including field inspections and compliance with basis-of-design criteria. Develop engineering deliverables such as pipeline schematics, general arrangements, P&IDs, and equipment selection. Contribute to capital estimates and material take-offs (MTOs). Coordinate operational readiness requirements for projects. Monitor design schedules, escalating risks where necessary. Provide construction support through responding to technical queries and updating design documentation. Produce equipment datasheets and evaluate vendor proposals for budget and technical compliance. Ensure designs meet statutory, regulatory, and procedural requirements. Maintain clear and timely communication on design progress, risks, and changes. Collaborate effectively with other engineering disciplines.
Design engineer job role
Design engineers are responsible for creating innovative solutions to problems by using their technical knowledge, mathematical expertise, and design skills. They design and test a range of consumer goods and products and use computer software to create designs and prototypes to ensure product functionality. Apart from conducting research and developing projects, engineers fulfil a range of responsibilities within the engineering department. These tasks encompass creating test prototypes, drafting precise blueprints, and supervising the manufacturing process.
Design engineer responsibilities
As a design engineer, your responsibilities may include:
- Conducting thorough research and create detailed blueprints, engineering plans, and visual graphics
- Constructing test prototypes to evaluate the performance and functionality of new designs
- Proposing innovative solutions to enhance production efficiency and optimise manufacturing processes.
- Using advanced design software to generate precise models and drawings for new product development
- Assessing the user-friendliness, cost-efficiency, and ecological impact of design solutions
- Generating diverse design prototypes using computer-assisted design tools
- Documenting the complete design journey and delivering progress updates to pertinent stakeholders
- Identifying new systems and processes for quality and efficiency improvements
Collaborating with clients to understand their requirements
Leading a team of engineers
- Writing technical reports summarising findings
- Planning and delivering projects on time and within budget
Types of design engineers
Design engineers are a crucial asset to various industries, playing a key role in transforming creative concepts into tangible, useful products. There are several engineering disciplines in which professionals in the field can specialise. These disciplines include:
- Civil engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Electrical engineering
- Manufacturing engineering
- Chemical engineering
- Textile engineering
- Aerospace engineering
- Nuclear engineering
- Structural engineering
In addition to the broad engineering disciplines, design engineers also have the option to specialise in a specific area of the field. Some of the popular specialisations in design engineering include:
- Chemical engineering
- Civil engineering
- Electrical engineering
- Electronic engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Product/industrial design engineering
- Software engineering
Design engineer skills
To succeed as a design engineer, you will need a range of skills, including:
- Strong computational and spatial ability
- Proven experience in using CAD software
- Good understanding of safety standards and the environmental imact of a design
- Ability to confidently present in front of stakeholders and managers
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Attention to detail
- Advanced design skills
- Product-focused creative thinking
- In-depth knowledge of industry design principles
- Strong working knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) or engineering software
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Good project management skills
- Effective time management and prioritisation skills
- Leadership skills
- Mathematical knowledge
- Creativity
- Technical skills
- Analytical thinking
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Commercial awareness of specialist area of engineering
- Eye for detail and methodical work process
- Numeracy skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to change
- Driven, self-motivated attitude and ability to use initiative
