Full-Time Karratha Local Position with Excellent Remuneration and Career Growth

Are you a Mechanical Engineer with strong technical knowledge and a keen eye for accurate costing and estimation? If you're driven by precision, enjoy collaborating across design and production teams, and are looking to make a real impact in the resource sector — this is your opportunity. Join our high-performing team and help shape the success of leading Oil & Gas, Mining, and Marine projects in the Pilbara.

Position Statement

The Mechanical Engineer (Costing Focus) is responsible for delivering high-quality engineering services and drafting in an efficient and effective manner, with a strong emphasis on accurate cost estimation for fabrication and mechanical projects. This role supports tendering, internal quoting, and project execution across a range of engineering disciplines, ensuring technical excellence and commercial viability.

Areas of Responsibility

Maintain individual and workplace safety in alignment with company standards

Interpret and analyse engineering drawings, scopes of work, contractual terms, and client specifications to support estimation activities

Assist in the preparation of accurate material take-offs and clearly defined work scopes for review by the estimating team

Provide technical input to support the development of cost estimates and client quotations

Gather and review subcontractor and supplier pricing for incorporation into project estimates

Support the calculation of operational hours and associated costs in collaboration with estimators and project managers

Generate CAD drawings and technical sketches to aid fabrication detailing and estimation accuracy

Participate in site visits to collect measurements and conduct assessments for estimating and planning purposes

Liaise with clients to support technical understanding and add value to proposed solutions

Maintain and contribute to the accuracy of internal costing databases and estimation tools

Assist in compiling and managing project documentation, including ITPs, MDRs, and QA records, in accordance with KAW’s document control procedures

Collaborate with Project Managers to document and support cost variations throughout project delivery

Coordinate with production and workshop teams to ensure clarity and alignment on estimated scopes

Contribute to continuous improvement in estimating support processes, documentation, and cost control systems

Promote safety, quality, and teamwork across all activities while upholding KAW’s values and professional standards

About You

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer with proven experience in cost estimation and project support. You are methodical, analytical, and passionate about engineering excellence. With strong CAD capability and a practical approach to problem-solving, you thrive on delivering reliable estimates and enjoy being involved from concept through to project completion.

Qualifications & Skills

A degree in Mechanical/Structural Engineering or relevant trade and engineering experience

Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and scopes of work

Advanced MS Excel, Word, and CAD skills (AutoCAD, Inventor, Solidworks etc.)

Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement abilities

High attention to detail, time management, and task ownership

Understanding of costing within fabrication, maintenance, or mechanical services

A proactive, collaborative mindset with a commitment to quality and safety

Highly regarded but not essential:

Programming knowledge (Java, Python, etc.)

RIO, BHP, FMG, or MSIC inductions or site access cards

About KAW Engineering

KAW Engineering (KAW) is the largest steel products manufacturer in the North-West of Western Australia. We have enjoyed 14 years of sustained year-on-year growth under current management, and the business has been operating in Karratha for over 40 years. We deliver Structural and Mechanical Engineering services from our workshops in the Karratha Industrial Estate and on-site across mine processing facilities, rail infrastructure, and ports of the Pilbara. We are leaders in the field, with numerous awards and recognition for innovation and excellence, unmatched equipment and facilities in the region.

Why Join Our Team?

Not only will you have the chance to grow and dramatically increase your skills and experience, but we also offer support and foster personal development and career growth. Our business is well-respected, well-resourced with excellent tooling and equipment, and positioned to help you excel in your role. We reward performance, and by joining us in such a consequential role, you will have a meaningful and significant impact on the ongoing growth and performance of the organisation.

Additional Information

An applicant with current site-specific induction and entry cards such as RIO, BHP, FMG, MSIC will be highly regarded.

This is not a FIFO position, however, an applicant who is willing to relocate to Karratha may be considered for a short-term FIFO engagement to assist through probationary periods and during relocation.

Next Steps:

If you meet these criteria and you’re looking for a new challenge, we’d like to hear from you! We pride ourselves in treating our staff as part of the family and not just another number.

If you are interested in this role, please send your resume, a minimum of 2 professional referees and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position via the Apply Now button.