Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

This role will see you enhance your capabilities and the reputation of WSP’s Miningteam. You will collaborate with talented professionals working on iconic projects to drive future ready outcomes that will benefit clients and communities.

At WSP you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

The Role

WSP Australia is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with strong materials handling experience to join our established Mining team in Newcastle. This role will support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of mining and resources projects across design, studies, and execution phases.

You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, high‑quality engineering solutions across bulk materials handling systems, while building long‑term capability within WSP’s growing mining business in NSW.

• Deliver mechanical design and engineering support for materials handling systems across mining projects

• Contribute to studies, concept designs, detailed design, and technical documentation

• Design and review bulk materials handling equipment including conveyors, transfer stations, crushers, feeders, chutes, and stockyard systems

• Coordinate with civil, electrical, and structural disciplines to deliver integrated design outcomes

• Prepare calculations, specifications, data sheets, and drawings in line with project and WSP standards

• Support project delivery by contributing to scope definition, schedules, and technical risk management

• Participate in design reviews, client meetings, and technical workshops
  

About You

• Degree qualified Mechanical Engineer

• Proven experience in bulk materials handling within mining or heavy industry

• Experience with conveyor systems and associated materials handling equipment

• Background in engineering consultancy or project‑based delivery preferred

• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and design compliance

• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary project teams

• Clear communication skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders
  

Why WSP?

• Join an established Mining team based in Newcastle with strong local and national project pipelines

• Work on a broad range of mining and resources projects across Australia

• Access to WSP’s depth of technical expertise, tools, and global capability

• Clear pathways for career development and progression

• Inclusive, flexible work environment supported by WSP’s hybrid working model