Mike Finger
About Mike Finger
Mike Finger is a Senior Mechanical Designer with extensive experience in the detailed design of mineral process plants. He has worked for several companies in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, including Bechtel, Ausenco, and Hatch, and has a background in civil engineering.
Current Role at Hatch
Mike Finger serves as a Senior Mechanical Designer at Hatch, a position he has held since 2020 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in mechanical design to various projects, focusing on the detailed design and layout of mineral process plants. His current work involves overseeing multi-discipline design teams, demonstrating his leadership and team management capabilities.
Previous Experience in Mechanical Design
Prior to his role at Hatch, Mike Finger accumulated significant experience in mechanical design across several organizations. He worked at Bechtel Corporation as a Senior Design Draftsperson from 1990 to 1991 and at Sedgman Pty Limited as a Senior Design Draftsperson from 1992 to 1993. He then held the position of Lead Designer/Draftsperson at Bechtel Minenco Joint Venture from 1995 to 1998 and at Ausenco from 1999 to 2020. His roles involved both mechanical and structural design, contributing to his comprehensive skill set.
Education and Qualifications
Mike Finger completed his secondary education at Wavell Heights State High School. He furthered his studies at Brisbane QUT, where he pursued Civil Engineering and achieved an Associate Diploma. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in mechanical design and engineering.
Expertise in Mineral Process Plants
Mike Finger possesses extensive expertise in the design and layout of mineral process plants, working with a variety of minerals including gold, copper, zinc, coal, aluminium, and phosphate. His experience encompasses both green-field and brown-field projects, highlighting his ability to adapt to different project stages and environments. Additionally, he has engaged in site construction and operations, which enhances his understanding of mechanical design implementation in practical settings.