Mechanical Engineer
- Design and improve mechanical equipment, components and plant systems for chemical manufacturing operations.
- Coordinate equipment installation, testing, maintenance and modifications to support safe, reliable and efficient plant performance.
- Investigate mechanical faults and ensure engineering work meets relevant standards and workplace safety requirements.
Employer: Unique Chemicals
Location: Wingfield, South Australia
Employment: Full-time, 38 hours per week
Salary: AUD $80,000 per year plus superannuation
About the role
Unique Chemicals is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support its chemical manufacturing operations in Wingfield.
You will plan, design and oversee the installation, testing, operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment and plant systems. You will help ensure that equipment operates safely, reliably and efficiently.
Key duties
- Design and improve mechanical equipment, components and plant systems used in chemical manufacturing.
- Prepare engineering drawings, calculations and specifications for equipment and plant modifications.
- Select suitable materials, pumps, piping and mechanical components, considering operating conditions and chemical compatibility.
- Plan equipment layouts and material flow to support safe and efficient operations.
- Organise equipment, materials and contractors for mechanical engineering projects.
- Oversee equipment assembly, installation and start-up testing to check that it meets design requirements.
- Develop procedures for equipment testing, inspection, modification and maintenance.
- Inspect equipment performance, investigate mechanical faults and recommend engineering solutions.
- Plan maintenance schedules and oversee maintenance work to improve equipment reliability.
- Check that mechanical work meets engineering standards and workplace safety requirements.
Qualifications and skills
- A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent relevant qualification.
- At least one year of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
- Ability to prepare and understand engineering drawings and use computer-aided design software.
- Knowledge of mechanical equipment, engineering calculations and maintenance planning.
- Good problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills.
- A clear understanding of workplace safety.
Experience in chemical manufacturing or a similar industrial environment will be well regarded.
How to apply
Please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and relevant experience.
Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply. All applications will be assessed against the requirements of the position.
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