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Mechanical Engineer - Tailings & Mine Waste Infrastructure

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Klohn Crippen Berger

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Australia , Brisbane

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

80000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanical engineer looking to build specialist expertise in slurry pipelines and tailings infrastructure while working on international, high-impact projects.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assist in the design of tailings pipelines, pump stations, and slurry transfer systems
  • Provide support with hydraulic calculations, stress analysis, and planning for process piping
  • Contribute to the design and review of pressure vessels, storage tanks, and custom spool configurations
  • Support steady‑state pipeline hydraulic design using Excel or software such as AFT Fathom and Bentley Hammer
  • Work with multidisciplinary teams across project delivery

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
  • 2–5 years of relevant experience
  • Exposure to piping, fluids, or mechanical systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice to have:

  • Tailings or slurry pipeline experience
  • Hydraulic modelling (AFT, Bentley)
  • Pressure vessel or tank design
  • CFD exposure
What we offer:
  • Competitive remuneration
  • Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra
  • Income Protection Insurance
  • Parental and Volunteer Leave
  • Option to Purchase Leave (up to 15 additional annual leave days per annum)
  • Novated Leasing
  • Hybrid Working Policy
  • Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives
  • Training and Development Opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 16, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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