Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in the US is growing. We are currently recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Layout Designer to join our Minerals & Metals Business line in the Tucson or Denver office. You will play a key role in critical project phases, from Study Phase Engineering and Detailed Engineering to Construction. Bring your experience, and gain further experience, across a variety of Mining commodities with a large variety of clients.  As a Lead Mechanical Layout Designer, you will plan, develop, and quality check civil design work, produce 3D models, drawings and documentation for a project, and take-off quantities for estimating.

This is a full-time position with possible work from home options as per our global telework policy and may require at least three (3) days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned to the Tucson office or Denver office.  Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with function or project leadership.

About the Role

• Coordination of a multidisciplinary project team of designers across multiple offices
• Assistance with forecasting and monitoring of budgeted hours
• Monitoring and enforcement of project drafting standards
• Development of mechanical layouts in 2D and 3D environments
• Preparation of drawings according to project design criteria
• Application of project defined regulations, codes, and standards
• Facilitation of project model reviews, and follow up of action items (tags)
• Compliance with all Ausenco corporate policies and procedures by adopting Ausenco Quality Assurance and Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental policies, procedures and requirements.

About You:

• Educational Background: A Diploma in Mechanical engineering Technician’s diploma or equivalent Drafting Technology from a recognized college is essential to kickstart your career with us.

• Experience: We’re looking for someone with 10+ years’ experience in the Layout of Mineral Processing Plants in a multidisciplinary EPC/EPCM environment

• Working knowledge of HEXAGON SmartPlant preferred or similar (AutoCad / AutoPLANT (3D), Microstation)
• Gold and Copper commodities experience
• Understanding of industry regulatory codes and standards
• Well-developed written and oral skills

• Construction Knowledge: While not mandatory, having experience in construction or contract administration would be a great asset to our team.
• Team Player: We value collaboration, so a demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of multi-functional project teams is crucial.
• Design Experience: If you have experience in structural and architectural design, that would be a fantastic addition to your skill set.

• Willingness to travel when required to the clients job site for reviews and to gather field or system data.
• Experience with Smartplant, Industrial projects, and core mechanical design (such as chutes and plate work) would be considered an asset

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer: 

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.

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