Senior Mechanical Designer Mining

About EXP

EXP Arabia is a multidisciplinary engineering design and supervisory consultant with over 100 years of experience globally. Operating from North America and other regions, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services for built and natural environments. The firm emphasizes building strong relationships and fostering a culture of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit, with a mission to understand, innovate, partner, and deliver sustainable solutions.

The Opportunity

EXP Arabia is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer, Mining to join its collaborative Mining team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves working alongside multidisciplinary professionals to deliver practical and innovative solutions for complex mining projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a working lead for a project team of designers within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Produce mechanical layouts and plant designs for mining projects using Microstation V8, E3D, AutoCAD, and other 2-D and 3-D tools.
• Extract drawings from 3-D models.
• Provide support for systems and tools, including the Bentley Suite of software (OpenPlant Modeler, OpenPlant P&ID).
• Communicate positively and effectively within the team.
• Provide regular progress feedback to the Overall Mechanical Engineering Lead regarding deliverables.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in heavy industrial design and layout, preferably within an EPCM environment.
• Technical college graduate in Mechanical Engineering with experience in mining, mineral, or similar industries.
• Active member of the Saudi Council of Engineers.
• Design experience, preferably in the consulting industry, with a preference for candidates experienced in Mineral Mining projects.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with Bentley, OpenPlant, or 3D Microstation.
• Sound understanding of design principles, Saudi engineering codes, and technical standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), CAD, and BIM tools.
• Knowledge of mining-related processes.

Professional Attributes

• Demonstrated professionalism in written and verbal communication.
• Professional presentation, both internally and externally (*, attire, engagement, meeting preparation).
• Ability to deliver technical presentations and white papers.
• Positive contribution to EXP and local office culture.

Application Process

Candidates with 5-10 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply for this full-time position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.