Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Picton

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Piacentini & Son – About Us

Piacentini & Son is a privately owned, multi-generational Australian business with over 80 years of history supporting the mining and resources sector. Headquartered in Bunbury, Western Australia, we specialise in contract mining, bulk earthworks, equipment manufacturing, road haulage, and mine site rehabilitation. With over 1,000 employees nationally and a reputation built on reliability, safety, and innovation, Piacentini & Son remains a trusted partner across a range of commodities. 

About the Opportunity 

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a permanent full-time role based in our Bunbury office.

This is an ideal opportunity for a skilled mechanical design engineer looking to take the next step in their career – leading a small, capable team of draftspeople while continuing to work hands-on in design. You’ll report directly to the General Manager – Engineering and play a key role in shaping the future of our equipment range.

Piacentini designs and manufactures a range of industry-leading mining equipment including Dozer Traps, Pump Stations, and our flagship Panther Low Loader – a revolutionary product that is setting new standards in safety and efficiency for ultra-class equipment relocation in mining.

If you're a driven individual ready to take on leadership responsibility in a technically engaging role, we'd love to hear from you.

About You  

• 5+ years in a mechanical design engineering role (experience with mining or heavy mobile equipment highly regarded)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Chartered credential with Engineers Australia (highly desirable)
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Vault
• Solid understanding of Australian engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing standards
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest or emerging experience in team leadership and mentoring
• An interest in or readiness for a step into technical leadership
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality
• Current Australian driver's licence
• Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen

Key Responsibilities 

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D mechanical designs for custom mining equipment
• Manage and mentor a small team of draftspeople, allocating tasks and reviewing outputs
• Oversee design quality, ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements
• Maintain drawing control using Autodesk Vault
• Collaborate with manufacturing and project teams to ensure seamless build and fit-out
• Review designs for manufacturability, safety, and serviceability
• Support continuous improvement in design processes and documentation
• Provide technical input across projects including mechanical, hydraulic, and occasionally electrical systems

About the Offer  

• Monday to Friday roster – home every night
• Real autonomy – be trusted to lead and deliver
• Smaller team, bigger impact – your ideas matter and move quickly
• Competitive salary with salary packaging and novated lease options
• Corporate benefits including HBF private health discount, travel savings, and accommodation deals
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family
• Work-life balance in the scenic Southwest of WA
• Genuine career development in a business that backs its people
• Be part of a proudly independent company with an 80+ year legacy of engineering innovation

Apply 

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, we invite you to apply and join our team through the link. 

More information or questions?

Please contact the Recruitment team for a confidential discussion to talk more about the opportunity on 08 9780 8900 or email Recruitment@piacentini.com.au.

Piacentini & Son are an Equal Opportunities employer and committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job. We reserve the right to withdraw and extend advertising.