Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Primero is offering a rare expat opportunity for an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer who is ready to take their career global and play a key role in growing their North American business. In this influential role, you will act as a technical expert, contributing to complex engineering and design while also engaging in strategic growth and mentoring.
Responsibilities
- Act as the technical expert for mechanical engineering across North American projects
- Lead and review mechanical design deliverables across scoping, pre-feasibility, feasibility, and detailed engineering phases
- Provide expert input into equipment selection, mechanical layouts, materials handling systems, and plant design
- Lead and review mechanical calculations, specifications, datasheets, equipment lists, and technical reports
- Support procurement activities including equipment package development, vendor evaluations, and technical bid assessments
- Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, procedures, safety, and quality
- Provide project engineering and execution support across mining and minerals projects
- Mentor and coach engineers and designers, supporting team development and capability building
- Contribute to business development, client engagement, and proposal work as required
- Support strategic initiatives including long-term asset optimization, project risk reviews, and growth planning
Skills
- Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
- 15+ years' experience across engineering, project delivery, and/or site support
- Strong background in mechanical design for mining and mineral processing facilities
- Proven capability operating at Principal / Technical Expert level
- Experience within EPC/EPCM project environments
- Experience supporting procurement, vendor management, and site execution
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
- High standards for HSE, quality, and technical excellence
- Comfortable working in a fast-growing, evolving organisation
- Excellent communication skills required
Benefits
- Relocation and expat support (details discussed individually)
- Comprehensive health insurance from day one
- Retirement plan with 5% employer matching
- Flexible work arrangements
- Supportive, collaborative culture with strong Australian roots
- Active social culture and emphasis on work-life balance
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