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Job posting end date: 06/15/2026
Metso is a global leader in mining equipment and solutions. As we continue to grow our aftermarket business within Bulk Materials Handling (BMH), we are seeking a Chief Mechanical Engineer to lead Project Engineering activities across Australia.
This senior technical leadership role is responsible for engineering governance, technical standards, and continuous improvement across new projects, upgrades, refurbishments, and legacy systems. As the regional technical authority for BMH mechanical systems, you will drive engineering strategy, ensure global alignment, and mentor engineers across the organisation.
Team You Belong To:
You will be part of a global, multidisciplinary Project Engineering network, collaborating with product specialists, engineers, designers, field service, proposals, and sourcing teams worldwide. You will support a broad BMH equipment portfolio, including rotary car dumpers, stackers and reclaimers, apron and belt feeders, conveyor systems, bucketwheel reclaimers, and legacy BMH equipment. Our culture values technical excellence, collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within a strong global engineering community.
What You’ll Do:
Technical & Strategic Leadership
Define and execute the regional BMH engineering strategy aligned with global standards
Act as the senior technical authority for BMH mechanical systems
Promote governance, standardisation, and technical consistency
Engineering & Aftermarket Support
Oversee design, analysis, validation, and technical approvals
Lead refurbishment, life-extension, and modernisation initiatives
Provide high-level engineering support during critical field events
Translate field learnings into improved standards and product enhancements
Global Collaboration & Mentorship
Collaborate closely with global BMH Project Engineering teams
Contribute to global initiatives and product development
Mentor engineers and develop future technical leaders
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Ensure compliance with internal processes and industry regulations
Develop and maintain engineering standards and documentation
Drive continuous improvement across engineering practices and tools
Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (postgraduate qualifications advantageous)
15+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering within heavy industry or BMH equipment
Proven leadership in engineering governance or project engineering
Experience supporting equipment failures and site-based challenges
Background in global or multicultural organisations
Strong expertise in machine design, structural behaviour, materials, drives, and manufacturing processes
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, and engineering data management systems
Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills
Willingness to travel up to 20%
What You’ll Gain
A key leadership role shaping BMH engineering across Australia
Close collaboration with global experts on high-impact projects
Exposure to modern and legacy equipment
A culture focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
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Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.
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