Senior Mechanical Engineer (Hydraulic Systems)

  • Gold Coast
  • Mining & Minerals Processing
  • Contract or Temp
  • 15 Jan 2026

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong hydraulic systems design capabilities to support the integration of hydraulic power units into specialised mining equipment for a major tailings project.

This role offers the opportunity to work on technically complex systems while collaborating closely with mechanical and electrical engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design hydraulic systems including motors, valves, cylinders, and hydraulic power units

  • Integrate hydraulic power units into mobile and mining plant

  • Produce detailed engineering drawings and supporting documentation

  • Provide technical input into procurement, installation, commissioning, and operations documentation

  • Support additional design scope based on workload and expertise

Must-Have Experience

  • Senior Mechanical Engineer with RPEQ

  • Proven experience in hydraulic systems design

  • Strong understanding of mobile or mining equipment

Nice to Have

  • Experience with mining plant or heavy mobile equipment

  • Exposure to amphibious or tracked equipment

  • Multi-disciplinary design coordination experience

Why Join Us

  • Work on unique and highly specialised hydraulic design challenges

  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements (hybrid options available)

  • Opportunities for both contract and permanent engagement

  • Chance to broaden your technical responsibilities across a collaborative engineering team

If you're a Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for an interesting hydraulic design role with flexibility and strong technical scope, we’d like to hear from you.

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