Senior Mechanical Engineer

WSP Group · Perth, Scotland ·

Last confirmed by our partners on 20 Oct 2026.

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Overview

In this role you will drive multidisciplinary mechanical engineering for Tier 1 mining projects, spanning studies to commissioning. You’ll lead sustainable capital and brownfield work within a global Mining & Metals team, delivering practical, fit-for-purpose outcomes. You’ll mentor developing engineers and collaborate with process, civil, structural, electrical and delivery specialists to shape safe, high‑quality solutions. This is a chance to impact major mining assets and grow within a supportive, global network.

Pay / Benefits

  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Opportunities to lead projects
  • Mentoring developing engineers
  • Access to technical specialists
  • Career pathways and professional development
  • Global network opportunities

Responsibilities

  • Deliver mechanical engineering packages across studies, design and project execution phases
  • Provide technical leadership and engineering expertise on multidisciplinary mining and processing projects
  • Develop engineering deliverables including reports, specifications, calculations and technical documentation
  • Collaborate with process, civil, structural, electrical and project delivery teams for integrated solutions
  • Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose outcomes
  • Support project planning, risk management, cost estimation and engineering governance
  • Contribute to brownfield and sustaining capital project delivery within operating mining environments
  • Mentor and support developing engineers and contribute to engineering culture

Key requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 8+ years experience within mining, mineral processing or industrial projects
  • Strong consulting experience across studies, detailed design and project delivery
  • Experience delivering sustaining capital projects
  • Knowledge of pipelines, pumping systems, slurry handling and process plant infrastructure
  • Exposure to materials handling systems, process equipment and piping design
  • Strong understanding of procurement, vendor management and construction support activities
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Chartered status or progress toward Chartership (highly regarded)
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Clear communication
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Pipelines and pumping systems
  • Slurry handling and process plant infrastructure
  • Materials handling systems and process equipment
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