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 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team is growing, and we are currently recruiting for Experienced & Senior SMP Engineering Designers to join our team in the Newcastle office.

About the role

As a SMP Designer, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary project team, contributing to the development and delivery of high-quality structural, mechanical and piping designs across our projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop SMP designs, layouts and engineering drawings in accordance with project requirements, technical standards and specifications.
• Develop 3D models and layouts, including equipment arrangements, piping routes, mechanical layouts and associated structural requirements.
• Incorporate design changes, engineering updates and vendor information into models and drawings
• Produce and update design deliverables including layouts, general arrangements, engineering drawings, isometrics and material take-offs.
• Work closely with engineers, designers and other disciplines to develop practical and constructable design solutions.
• Coordinate between design disciplines to identify and resolve clashes and interferences between piping, equipment, structures, roads and other facilities.
• Review your own design deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality and compliance with project requirements prior to submission.
• Assist with design reviews and contribute practical design input throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed in accordance with agreed quality, cost and schedule requirements.
• Maintain and update relevant project technical documentation, standards, vendor information and design records.
• Support junior designers where required and contribute to a collaborative and positive team environment and office culture.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety in design and constructability throughout the design process. 

About you

You will be an experienced SMP Designer with a strong background in resources, mining or heavy industrial projects and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Ideally, you will have:

• A Technical Drafting qualification or equivalent industry experience.
• Extensive knowledge of heavy industrial structural, mechanical and piping systems, components and equipment, pertaining to the mining sector
• Demonstrated experience developing SMP layouts and engineering drawings for mining, minerals processing or heavy industrial projects.
• Experience interpreting P&IDs and developing piping layouts, isometrics, detail drawings and material take-offs.
• Good understanding of relevant design standards and engineering practices.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary EPCM/EPC project environments.
• Strong 3D modelling skills, with experience in Navisworks, Plant 3D, Advance Steel and/or S3D highly regarded. Additionally, experience with ACC/Forma seen as desirable.
• A good understanding of design interfaces, constructability and safety in design.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a project team.
• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience within the mining and minerals sector will be highly regarded. 

Why Ausenco?

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

• Career advancement – Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Work Life Balance – Be empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies, including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing with access to confidential services, including online health and fitness programs, financial coaching and counselling services.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market 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. 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.