Mechanical Engineer - Oil & Gas (Downhole Monitoring & Surface Packages)
OnSpec DAQ Pty Ltd is an Australian company championing the supply of Data Acquisition Systems across Australia. Our mission is to sustain a working culture that delivers intelligent, commercial and innovative solutions for our clients
.
The Ro
le
With the expansion of our business, OnSpec is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to plan, engineer and oversee the build, installation and lifecycle support of downhole monitoring equipment and surface data-acquisition skids/packages for oil & gas projec
ts.
Key responsibilities incl
ude:
Develop mechanical solutions from concept to detailed design, producing calculations, 3D models and fabrication/installation documentation for monitoring skids and as
semblies.
Specify materials, components, piping and mechanical services; define duty, capacity and pressure/temperature envelopes, and set plant/skid layout to meet performance and saf
ety targets.
Lead assembly and commissioning of mechanical/process packages (FAT/SAT), setting acceptance criteria and verifying performance through te
sting and data.
Create and maintain engineering procedures for installation, modification, QA/QC, testing, inspection and preventive maintenance aligned with WHS and relevant Aus
tralian Standards.
Analyse workshop/field utilization, layouts, throughput and cost data to improve worker/equipment efficienc
y and line balancing.
Build work-measurement baselines (time-and-motion/work sampling) to underpin capacity planning, maintenance strategies a
nd productivity targets.
Coordinate project resources—trades, contractors, suppliers, materials, plant and equipment—to deliver to sc
hedule, budget and quality.
Carry out site and workshop inspections to confirm performance is sustained; raise NCRs and
implement corrective actions.
Drive continuous improvement and root-cause investigations (RCA/5-Whys/FMEA) an
d implement engineered solutions.
Maintain technical records—drawings, BOMs, specifications, test reports
—with configuration/version control.
Collaborate with operations, electrical/instrumentation, HSE and procurement teams, and interface with vendors and clients
during design, build and commissioning.
Prepare technical reports, calculations and scopes for new
designs, surveys and maintena
nce programs.
Location, roster & salary
This is a full-time role based out of Toowoomba (QLD), following a standard 5x2 roster (Monday–Friday). Some workshop activities and field travel across
the Surat and other basins may be required.
Salary range: AUD $80,000 – $85,00
0 + superannuation, commensu
rate with experience.
The ideal candidate will be:
Experienced: Minimum 3–5 years' experience in oil & gas, heavy industry or rotating/process equipment environments, with proven ability in mechanical design, comm
issioning and maintenance of plant or packaged systems.
Proficient in CAD: Advanced skills with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks/Inventor preferred), including assemblies, drawings and simulation capabilities, plus ability to
interpret P&IDs, isometrics and fabrication drawings.
Practically minde
d, strong problem-solver, with a focus on safety and quality.
A team player w
ho communicates clearly with field
crews, clients and suppliers.
The successful candidate will
have:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent).
Demonstrated experi
ence in mechanical design/commissioning/maintenance of plant or packages.
Knowledge of r
elevant Australian Standards and WHS
practices; ability to develop SWMS/JSA.
Current driver's lic
ense (essential).
MR or higher truck license (desirable).
Every applicant matters
OnSpec is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBT+ community, matu
re workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.