Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer

ProjX is seeking an experienced Senior or Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team in Perth.

This is an opportunity to take on a key role within a well-established WA project delivery consultancy working across the mining, resources, industrial and infrastructure sectors. We are looking for someone who can provide strong technical and project delivery input, lead mechanical engineering activities, and work closely with clients and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver practical project outcomes.

While this role is based in Perth, consideration will be given to regional based candidates. ProjX has a strong regional footprint and project presence across Australia, with offices also in Bunbury, Geraldton and Christmas Island, offering genuine variety and the chance to contribute across metro and regional work.

About ProjX

ProjX is a Western Australian based project management and engineering consultancy providing engineering, project delivery and construction management services across a diverse range of projects. We are a practical, delivery-focused business that works closely with clients to help define, design and deliver capital projects.

The Role

Depending on your experience level, you will operate in either a senior or lead capacity and will play an important role in the design, planning, coordination and delivery of mechanical engineering work across multiple projects. Your responsibilities are expected to include:

• Leading or delivering mechanical engineering design and technical inputs across studies, design development and project delivery phases

• Supporting the development of scopes, technical documentation, specifications and procurement packages

• Coordinating with clients, vendors, contractors and internal project teams

• Providing practical engineering advice with a strong focus on constructability, operability and fit-for-purpose outcomes

• Supporting project delivery activities including design reviews, site interface, contractor coordination and technical problem solving

• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a collaborative engineering culture

• For lead-level candidates, taking a stronger role in discipline leadership, client interface, quality oversight and team development

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a technically capable and commercially aware engineer who is comfortable working in a consulting and project delivery environment. You will ideally bring:

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering

• Solid experience in mechanical engineering within mining, resources, industrial or infrastructure projects

• Demonstrated experience in design, design coordination, technical delivery and stakeholder interface

• Sound understanding of relevant Australian Standards and engineering practices

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with clients, contractors and project teams

• A practical, solutions-focused approach

• Australian working rights

For Senior level applicants, we are looking for a strong project contributor who can operate with a high level of independence.

For Lead level applicants, we are looking for a more experienced professional capable of taking ownership of discipline outcomes, providing leadership to others, and helping shape project delivery standards and client relationships.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent full-time role based in Perth, although consideration will be given to regional candidates

• Optional 9-day fortnight as part of our flexible work offering

• Opportunity to work across both metro and regional projects

• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and project types

• Supportive, practical and down-to-earth team environment

• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience

• Career progression in a growing WA business with offices and project opportunities throughout Australia