Mechanical Engineer
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- Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Be a part of a growing team
Mechanical Engineer
Glencore Technology
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. GT1568
Engagement: Permanent
Glencore Technology delivers world-leading mineral processing, leaching, electrolytic and smelting solutions to clients globally. Our products include the IsaMill™, Jameson Cell, Jameson Concentrator, ISASMELT™, Albion Process™ and ISAKIDD™ technologies. We combine great technology with a small, dynamic team. We partner with clients to deliver solutions that combine process design, engineering design, training, commissioning, and ongoing support for the life of their projects.
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team on a full-time basis. This is a rare opportunity to join a small team introducing industry-changing technology. This position reports through to a Principal Mechanical Engineer in the Engineering Department and focuses on the mechanical equipment design, as well as plant design and layout around the equipment, in support of GT’s technologies.
The role requires good interpersonal skills to communicate technical and commercial issues with clients, with the passion and tenacity to make a difference in the mineral processing industry.
You will be responsible for:
- Delivering detailed designs of mineral processing and smelting plants and equipment, including engineering drawings, documentation, manuals, procurement plans and QA plans.
- Coordinating a small team of designers across multiple concurrent projects.
- Completing the plant/equipment design required for multiple projects.
- Developing project estimates and budgets.
- Ensuring designs are optimised for performance, cost, and technical integrity during marketing and proposal stages.
- Identify opportunities for innovative design solutions and continuous improvement.
- Working with vendors, suppliers, and fabricators to address QA requirements, inspections, and factory acceptance testing.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Australian citizenship/residency.
- Tertiary qualification/s in Mechanical Engineering.
- A minimum of 2 years relevant Australian post-grad experience, preferably in the design of mineral processing or smelting equipment.
- Be eligible to apply for Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) status in the next 2 – 3 years.
- Strong analytical and problem?solving skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.
- The ability to deliver scheduled tasks efficiently and work proactively within a small team environment.
- A willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as required.
- Experience in plant design, particularly involving hydraulic and slurry system design, would be advantageous.
Why you should choose us:
- External Education Assistance Program
- GT’s Cultural Program (2-day, Glencore Technology only, course that aims to share our culture as quickly as possible and focuses on promoting effective communication)
- Health providers offering corporate discounts
- Glencore Rewards Program (discounts at many popular stores
- Hybrid working arrangements
Applications close: 8am (AEST) Monday 23rd March 2026
For further information, please email your enquiries to gtrecruitment@glencore.com.au
Please note applications will only be accepted via our Careers Page at glencore.com/careers.
Glencore Technology does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.