Job Description

General information

Name

Junior Mechanical Designer

Ref #

1272826

Date

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

State

Quebec

Country

Canada

Department

Drafting

Business unit

Design

Description & Requirements

Junior Mechanical Designer

Location: Montreal, QC

Type: Permanent Full-time

Primero’s team is currently looking for a Junior Mechanical Designer

This is a unique opportunity to join our talented team and be part of Primero’s growth and success. Primero is an Australian-founded company, established in 2011 and growing consistently in Montreal since 2016. We expanded into Houston in 2022, Toronto in 2023, and Salt Lake City in 2026, strengthening our North American presence. We specialize in the design, procurement, and construction management of mineral processing plants.

As a Junior Mechanical Designer, you will provide support to designers and engineers and will be exposed to high quality mentoring and professional development opportunities. You will be involved in building an equipment 3d model library, develop a 2d symbology library for PFD and P&ID drawings, provide support with drawings revisions and test CAD application programs and more.

At Primero, we value efficiency, accountability, and integrity — and we take pride in delivering high-quality work in a collaborative and down-to-earth environment.

Key responsibilities

Assist designers and support engineers
Produce 2D drawings and 3D models in line with project specifications and technical standards
Ensure compliance with internal procedures and client requirements in all design work
Participate in the review of detailed drawings and models, with guidance from senior team members as needed
Collaborate with other disciplines to align deliverables with project goals and standards
Support the drafting team and help maintain consistency and quality across drawings
Deliver work within established timelines, with a strong focus on quality and safety
Execute tasks with rigor and attention to safety, quality, and deadlines

We’re looking for someone:

With a College Diploma (DEC)
Proficient in 2d AutoCAD
With knowledge in AutoCAD Plant 3d, AutoCAD Advanced Steel & Navisworks
Curious, passionate, resourceful, driven to learn, great communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada

What Primero has to offer?

40 hours per week
Competitive salary tailored to your skills and expertise
Full insurance coverage from day one
Retirement plan with up to 5% employer matching
Up to 10 paid sick days per year
Casual dress code
Flexible and hybrid work schedule
Office located in the heart of downtown Montreal
Free access to on-site gym
Complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks available at all times
Regularly organized social events
Friendly and collaborative work environments

You want to learn, engage and be part of our success?

Send your application to: rh@primero.ca

About Primero

Primero is a leading multidisciplinary engineering, procurement, and construction company specialising in delivering comprehensive, fully integrated solutions to the mining, energy and resource sectors. From feasibility studies and early-stage design to construction, operations and ongoing maintenance and sustaining capital services, our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle. By leveraging our extensive industry knowledge and resources, we provide tailored solutions that meet the unique challenges of our clients, ensuring success from concept through to operations.

Primero is a wholly-owned subsidiary of publicly listed NRW Holdings (ASX: NWH).

Industry

Oil, Gas & Mining

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Osborne Park, AU

Year Founded

2011

Website

primero.com.au

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