Job Description

Mills is partnering with a respected Perth-based engineering consultancy delivering multi-disciplinary engineering solutions across major mining and resources projects in Western Australia. Due to sustained project demand, we are seeking an experienced CAD Administrator to support a long-term program of work.

This is a senior, hands-on role suited to a technically strong CAD professional who can operate as a subject-matter expert across complex engineering environments.

The Role As the CAD Administrator, you will play a critical role in the governance, optimisation, and support of CAD systems across mechanical, structural, piping, electrical, and civil disciplines. You will work closely with engineering, design, and project delivery teams to ensure systems, standards, and workflows align with both internal and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary CAD systems authority across multi-disciplinary engineering teams
  • Administer, configure, and support Bentley environments, with a strong focus on:
    • MicroStation
    • OpenBuildings Designer (OBD)
    • OpenPlant
  • Provide advanced support for Autodesk products including AutoCAD and Inventor
  • Lead and support model coordination workflows using iConstruct and Navisworks
  • Develop, maintain, and optimise CAD automation tools and scripts using VBA, Python, and similar languages
  • Establish, maintain, and enforce CAD standards, procedures, and best practices
  • Support model federation, clash detection, and digital engineering deliverables
  • Collaborate closely with mechanical, structural, piping, electrical, and civil design teams
  • Interface with client systems, standards, and document control requirements
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to designers and engineers as required

Skills & Experience You will ideally bring:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a CAD Administrator or senior CAD systems role
  • Super-user level expertise in Bentley products, particularly MicroStation, OBD, and OpenPlant
  • Working knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor
  • Advanced proficiency in iConstruct and Navisworks
  • Strong coding capability in VBA, Python, or similar scripting languages
  • Proven experience supporting multi-disciplinary engineering design teams
  • Familiarity with BHP, Rio Tinto, and Fortescue systems and procedures (highly desirable)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • A proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused approach

Contract Details

  • Anticipated duration: 12+ months with strong potential for extension
  • Location: Perth-based role
  • Long-term contract supporting major resources projects

Why Join Through Mills

  • Access to long-term, high-quality engineering contracts
  • Opportunities to work with tier-one mining and resources clients
  • Transparent, ethical recruitment partner with strong industry relationships
  • Ongoing support throughout the life of your contract

For further information call Darryl Mills on 0448 941 832 or apply following the links.

Salary

Competitive

Contract

Contract or Temp

Ref #

4002326

Darryl Mills

  • Email Darryl
  • +61 (0) 448 941 832

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