Graduate Process Engineer

About DRA Global

Revolutionise your career with DRA Global Limited (ASX: DRA | JSE: DRA), a leading international engineering, project delivery, and operations management group specialising in the mining, minerals, and metals industry. With a remarkable legacy spanning over four decades and a global presence across Africa, the Middle East, North and South America, Australia, and the Asia-Pacific, we offer an unparalleled experience for growth and innovation.

Due to continued growth and success across DRA APAC, we are excited to announce the opening of our new engineering office in Newcastle to solidify and grow our presence in the NSW mining industry.

With a robust pipeline of local and international processing projects, DRA is at the forefront of advancements in coal, copper, gold, lithium, rare earths, battery minerals, and base metals. Our commitment to project development, engineering excellence and project execution in Australia is backed by our strong global capabilities.

About the role

We are seeking a Graduate Process Engineer to join our Newcastle office to assist the engineering and design team and provide technical support, under professional supervision in relation to developing and refining process solutions across a variety of greenfield projects and brownfield upgrades. The role is also supported via our Graduate Development Program.

Brief Duties

• Assist engineers in the detailed design and optimisation process systems and unit operations, including comminution, gravity, magnetic and physical separation processes, flotation, and dewatering processes.
• Contribute to the development of process flow diagrams (PFD's), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID's), and equipment specifications.
• Conduct basic technical analysis and calculations to support process design decisions.
• Gain proficiency in process engineering software, or similar applications under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support project teams and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend site if required to support commissioning work, operational readiness and/or operational support.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, training programs, and mentorship initiatives to enhance technical skills, expand industry knowledge and progress towards professional certification

About You

• Tertiary degree - Chemical Engineering or related field
• Course work or projects relating to mining or heavy industry - Advantageous
• Undergraduate/Vacation work in a similar industry - Advantageous
• 1-2 years' experience as a Graduate in a similar industry - Advantageous
• Strong focus to develop a career in a mining and minerals engineering detailed design environment

Here at DRA, we offer

• Competitive and above market salary packages with regular reviews in line with market movements.
• A fresh & modern office in Newcastle West, close to Newcastle Transport Interchange for easy train, tram and bus access, and with first class end of trip facilities for those who prefer to walk or cycle to work.
• Flexible start and finish times allowing for great work life balance
• Access to salary packaging benefits
• An inclusive, collaborative and supportive team environment providing you with the tools to succeed
• The opportunity to work alongside engineering and design excellence supporting you with their expertise and mentorship, allowing for professional growth and career development.

We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values ofPeople, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.