Senior Mechanical Layout Designer

Our client in the mining sector is recruiting a Senior Mechanical Layout Designer to join their team to support major mining and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary project delivery team and play a key role in the development of plant layouts and 3D models for large mining and mineral processing facilities.
This role requires strong experience in plant layout design, 3D modelling, and interdisciplinary coordination, supporting projects from concept through detailed engineering.

Key Responsibilities
Be responsible to produce mechanical equipment layouts, models, and drawings in accordance with project requirements and under the supervision of the Lead Mechanical Engineer
Execute designs in accordance with the mechanical and layout design criteria
Have sound knowledge in the design of project specific mechanical components or systems, as well as fundamental knowledge of plant processes.
Assist in interpreting the plant PFDs, P&IDs, and plant battery limits and constraints
Develop design details of standard design elements
Prepare 3D equipment modeling and 3D design
Coordinate the work of draftspersons and senior draftspersons in the preparation of contract drawings, record keeping and monitoring
Generating 2D drawings from the 3D model as required by the project
Ensure all disciplines are following project model/drawing production procedures and guidelines
Perform conceptual layout work as well as check drawings prior to release
Use vendor data, drawings, and information to develop and verify the model
Create and maintain check sheets for all equipment as vendor data is received. Back model all changes as required.
Perform clash detection of models with other discipline models
Provide material quantity takeoffs for estimating purposes or inclusion into bulk commodity purchases and installation contracts
Conduct operability and maintainability reviews, walkthroughs. Familiarity with HAZOP studies will be an advantage.
Understanding of project mission including user requirements
Responsible for managing budgets, schedule and deliverables related to the layout.
Provide mentorship and supervision to the design team.
Provide regular feedback to the Overall Engineering Manager and Mechanical Lead on progress with preparation of deliverables.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a mining or heavy industrial design and layout. EPCM environment is preferred.

• Design software knowledge.

• Knowledge of industry and regulatory standards, regulations, and codes pertinent to the design and systems related to the project.

• Strong deliverable focus with a proven ability to attain quality and schedule objectives while maintaining budgets.

• Able to lead small teams, plan and supervise the work of others.

• Understanding of other discipline interfaces and requirements.

• Experience in mentoring young professionals.

• Strong personal commitment to Safety and Quality.