Engineer Fabrication

Civmec; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Civmec is seeking a Fabrication Engineer for our Tomago Manufacturing Facility, near Newcastle, NSW. You will work with skilled fabrication and project teams to deliver large-scale steel, mechanical and modular fabrication outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a structural or mechanical engineering qualification (preferably) with 3+ years in fabrication/manufacturing, and have strong skills in project planning, scheduling, cost control and MS Office to support project delivery.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Structural or Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in fabrication or manufacturing (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling and cost control tools.
• Proficient in the MS Office suite.
• Self-driven, proactive and target-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with clients on technical queries, inspections, scheduling and deliveries.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to develop fabrication solutions and shop drawings.
• Prepare material take-offs, work packs and as-built documentation.
• Manage engineering change requests and design revisions.
• Provide technical support to workshop teams and resolve fabrication issues.
• Monitor project progress and maintain fabrication schedules.
• Prepare weekly progress and performance reports.
• Ensure all documentation meets quality, safety and project requirements.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Support the successful delivery of multiple fabrication projects within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Skills

Fabrication experience

Project planning

Scheduling

Cost control

Education

Structural or Mechanical Engineering degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

As Civmec continues its journey of growth, diversification and expansion across the energy, resources, infrastructure and defence sectors, we're seeking a talented Fabrication Engineer to join our high-performing team. With a strong pipeline of secured work and exciting projects on the horizon, this is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex fabrication outcomes on some of Australia's most significant projects.

Based at our state-of-the‑art Tomago Manufacturing Facility, you'll work alongside skilled fabrication and project teams, applying your technical expertise to drive quality, efficiency and innovation across large-scale structural steel, mechanical and modular fabrication scopes.

This is more than just a technical role. It's an opportunity to influence fabrication outcomes, work with industry-leading manufacturing capabilities, and build a long‑term career with one of Australia's leading engineering, construction and maintenance providers.

The Role

• Coordinate with clients on technical queries, inspections, scheduling and deliveries.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to develop fabrication solutions and shop drawings.
• Prepare material take-offs, work packs and as-built documentation.
• Manage engineering change requests and design revisions.
• Provide technical support to workshop teams and resolve fabrication issues.
• Monitor project progress and maintain fabrication schedules.
• Prepare weekly progress and performance reports.
• Ensure all documentation meets quality, safety and project requirements.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Support the successful delivery of multiple fabrication projects within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Structural or Mechanical Engineering - Preferred
• Previous exposure to fabrication or manufacturing environments - Mandatory
• Ideally 3+ years' experience in a similar role
• Self-driven, proactive and target-oriented mindset
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and cost control tools
• Proficient in the MS Office suite

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.