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.

We’re excited to connect with professionals who are ready to make an impact and help us deliver exceptional results in 2026! It’s an exciting time for our team. We’ve got a strong pipeline of work with clients who share our values and are excited to deliver industry-leading projects together. We are looking for talented Mechanical Designer for Studies — to join our growing team as we prepare for exciting new execution and study projects. This is your chance to shape your career by being part of a team that fosters a culture of accountability and supports each other in achieving success.

If you have experience in mining or heavy industry and bring a passion for delivering high-quality work, we’d love to hear from you. Being an innovative thinker, detail-oriented, and motivated to succeed will make you a perfect fit for our team. Design experience with mineral processing and a background in consulting or EPCM is preferred.

About the role:

• Generate conceptual overall site and process plant layouts, working with engineering disciplines such as civil, mechanical and process.
• Prepare mechanical layout and detail drawings in line with project requirements.
• Deliver design drafting according to required project timeframes and standards by coordinating and supervising project members and reviewing deliverables. 
• Liaise with engineers for direction, specifications, and feedback
• Maintain consistent design drafting standards across projects by communicating expectations and holding project members to account for standards. 
• Comply with all of Ausenco corporate policies and procedures by adopting Ausenco Quality Assurance and Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment policies, procedures and requirements. 

About you

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in site plans, mechanical layout and design drafting of Mineral Processing Plants, specifically gold and copper plants
• Experience in layout design of crushing, materials handling, grinding, flotation, CIL/CIP, slurry pumping, slurry agitation, particle size classification, separation and filtration would be highly regarded. 
• Experience in materials handling preferred (conveyors, chutes, reclaim, crushing)
• Experience producing high level 3D models with AutoDesk
• Advanced diploma or equivalent in engineering technology or drafting
• Experience in the development of layouts for studies 
• Knowledge of the mining and mineral processing industry. 
• Proven ability to manage, motivate and influence employees at all levels. 
• Well-developed written and oral skills. 
• Willingness to travel when required. 

We’re committed to a fair and human hiring process. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team and are not automatically screened or rejected by AI.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Ausenco will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs

Salary range: $90,000-$110,000

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. 

Join us and work a better way.

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