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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Water Design Engineer

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 2 years

Perform hydraulic modeling for pipelines, borefields, pump stations, ponds, tanks, and other water infrastructure. Prepare and compile technical deliverables, including construction drawings, quantity estimates, and scope definitions. Liaise with key stakeholders throughout the design process. Facilitate project design reviews, including field inspections and ensuring compliance with stakeholder requirements and design criteria.

Project Engineers - Multiple roles in Regional NSW

Location: Sydney

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 2 years

Manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring adherence to design specifications, budget constraints, and timelines. Conduct cost reconciliations, identify risks and opportunities, and manage project budgets for Life of Mine and 5-Year Plans. Perform site assessments (surface and underground) to determine feasibility and technical requirements. Collaborate with contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth execution. Use project management software and CAD tools to support engineering decisions and project tracking.

Data Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Information Technology

Expertise: IT & Shared Services

Experience: 3 years

Reporting to the Data Management Lead, you will design and enhance data-driven services, solving business problems and delivering insights through: Designing, building, deploying, and scaling data pipelines for machine learning and predictive models. Data modelling and architecting datasets from various enterprise systems. Engineering complex big data compute tasks. Developing innovative data service techniques to support analytics models. Creating platforms and processes to enhance reproducibility and accuracy of results. ETL reporting from traditional and legacy systems.

Engineer - Treatment Design

Location: Perth

Branche: Infrastructure

Expertise: Research & Development

Experience: 3 years

What the role will involve: Design & Engineering: Undertake and coordinate complex concept, engineering, and detailed design activities for water and water resource recovery treatment infrastructure.Consultant Management: Prepare job briefs for the engagement of consultants, evaluate consultant proposals, and provide leadership in design management.Project Oversight: Serve as the Design Manager for nominated projects, ensuring all outputs meet agreed standards, timeframes, and cost expectations.Tender Management: Manage the preparation of tender documents, examine tenders, and make recommendations to ensure optimal project outcomes.

Site Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Infrastructure

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 1 years

We have a current opportunity for a Site Engineer on a permanent basis. The position will be based in . For further information about this position please apply.

Project Engineer

Location: Sydney

Branche: Life Sciences

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 2 years

Key Responsibilities Project Management Prepare project schedules, progress reports, and quality documentation for clients. Monitor project progress, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance with specifications. Support procurement, spare parts function, and design of packing and loading plans. Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and participate in project meetings, considering financial, safety, and reputational impacts. Design & Drafting Draft designs using AutoCAD, including proposals, layouts, and manufacturing details. Design automatic sampling systems and related equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and project requirements. Review and improve standard designs, and assist with upgrades, refurbishments, and spare parts. Manage document control for drawings, check team members' work, and customise drawings for subcontractor needs. Field Work Willing to drive personal vehicle to visit subcontractors & suppliers on a regular basis to provide technical support and perform quality & progress inspections during manufacture to ensure compliance with project specifications and adherence to the schedule. Perform shop testing of equipment as well as developing and completing relevant quality documentation. Prepare & affix identification labels and shipping documentation for all project equipment and supervise the packing & loading of projects upon delivery.

Engineering Team Administrator

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 4 years

As a Team Administrator, you will be responsible for providing essential administrative support to the Downstream Engineering Team. This includes managing meetings, coordinating resource requests, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. You will also assist in financial reporting and contribute to the smooth operation of global projects, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently. Key Responsibilities: Organise, attend, and participate in team and stakeholder meetings Facilitate meetings and document minutes, following up on actions and decisions Prepare presentation materials for meetings Administer requests for Engineering resources, support, and Engineering Standards access Handle administration and reporting for the engineering team Coordinate with various functions, including Studies, Contracts, Procurement, Recruitment, and Project Services Support purchase requisitions, orders, and vendor onboarding Provide financial reporting of purchase orders against engineering team budgets Facilitate document input, reviews, and issuing reports Engage professionally and positively with others to ensure tasks are completed on time

Mining Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 2 years

In these roles, you'll lead planning, designing, and optimizing operations for both open-pit and underground sites, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective resource extraction while maintaining top safety and environmental standards. Mine Planning & Design: Develop and implement mine plans for open-pit and underground operations. Optimization: Maximize resource extraction and minimize operational costs. Production Management: Oversee mining activities to meet targets within budget and on time. Collaboration: Work alongside geologists, safety officers, and equipment teams to ensure smooth operations. Safety & Compliance: Uphold the highest safety standards and environmental regulations. Innovation: Continuously improve processes and implement new technologies to boost efficiency.

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 3 years

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for providing geotechnical support and expertise to the mining operations in PNG. Your role will involve conducting geotechnical assessments, monitoring ground conditions, and providing recommendations to ensure the safety and stability of the mine infrastructure. You will work closely with the project team to implement geotechnical solutions and contribute to the overall success of the mining project.

Senior Cost Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 4 years

Develop accurate cost forecasting, underpinned by data and stakeholder engagement Develop monthly earned value, planned value and actual cost metrics to arrive at an appropriate estimate at completion (EAC) while calculating cost performance and schedule performance indicators (CPI / SPI) Prepare detailed calculations of Value of Work Done (VOWD), forecast reporting and trend data for benchmarking and production of LEs and Ops Produce or assist Delivery Teams in producing Project Change Requests in line with our management of change procedure Engage and liaison with Planning Engineers to ensure contractor and internal schedules reflected in Primavera P6 and other systems are integrated with cost data

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