Process Designer

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently seeking a Process Designer in order to grow its Brisbane Minerals, Metals, & Life Sciences group to meet the large demand in critical metals projects.

Wood is at the forefront of engineering solutions for a net zero future. A key component of decarbonising the the critical minerals required for this revolution. Wood is currently delivering critical metals projects (Battery and Magnet metals) all over the world, including Copper, Lithium, Vanadium, Rare Earths, and Base Metals projects.

We are working on the design of a concentrator in Central Asia, due to produce over 60mtpa of ore. This project is in the Detailed Design phase and we are looking for someone to join the team long-term, with an ever-expanding portfolio in the pipeline. 

As part of this role, duties will include:

• Deliver best practice process designs in accordance with project, time, budget and technical requirements
• Drafting of process flow diagrams (PFDs)
• Drafting of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
• Ensure designs are produced in accordance with project, discipline, statutory regulations, good practice and procedural requirements and ensure completion within required resourcing hours and budget
• Use clear and timely communication regarding design change issues
• Always work in accordance with method statements and risk assessments as provided

Skills / Qualifications

What will set you apart from other applicants will be an excellent background across the Bentley suite, and previous experience with the Process Department. Your portfolio will include a number of mining and minerals projects and your excellent computer skills will ensure you are a frontrunner in this role.

You will also have experience in: 

• Experience with intelligent P&ID software required
• Experience with Bentley OpenPlant PID software highly regarded
• Understanding of discipline technology and other discipline requirements
• Ability to problem-solve effectively
• Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong analytical, literacy and numerical skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to identify risks and work safely

Please note, only applicants holding valid working rights in Australia will be considered. We are looking for Brisbane based candidates. If you plan on relocating, please include a Cover Letter.

So much of our success depends on feeling part of a team with people around us that we can rely on. What unites us is our values. They set the tone, help create our culture, give us one common set of principles and help us all have a great experience at work.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.