Director of Mechanical Engineering, Water Infrastructure

AECOM Corporation; Newcastle; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Additional annual leave

Volunteer leave

Flexible public holidays

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Mechanical Director for Water Infrastructure based in Newcastle or Sydney. You will lead mechanical design across water and wastewater projects, guiding teams while ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements and opportunities to collaborate with experts across ANZ and globally. The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree, CPEng favored, and a track record in leading multidisciplinary projects with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with CPEng highly regarded.
• Extensive mechanical design experience in water and/or wastewater projects.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review mechanical design delivery across water projects.
• Ensure quality, safety and client satisfaction in delivery.
• Mentor engineers and designers to grow the team’s technical capability.
• Build strong relationships with clients across sectors.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

Communication

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Mechanical Director for Water Infrastructure based in Newcastle or Sydney. You will lead mechanical design across water and wastewater projects, guiding teams while ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements and opportunities to collaborate with experts across ANZ and globally. The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree, CPEng favored, and a track record in leading multidisciplinary projects with strong