Hydraulics & Fire Protection Engineer

C002 Eagles Engineers Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Barista coffee

Mentorship from leaders

Offices near public transport

Job summary

Eagles Engineers in Melbourne is seeking a senior hydraulic and fire protection design lead to guide projects from concept to commissioning, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with clients who value technical excellence.

You will design hydraulic services and fire protection systems, ensure compliance with NCC and AS/NZS standards, manage scope and budget, and coordinate with architects and other engineers to deliver integrated solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil or Hydraulic Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years demonstrated experience designing hydraulic and fire protection services for industrial facilities, infrastructure projects and building services.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD and hydraulic calculation modelling software.
• Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, including managing scope, programme and fees.
• Experience in the coordination with other consultants in the delivery of the building services packages.
• Ideally experience working within a consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of hydraulic services including potable and non-potable water supply, hot water systems, sanitary drainage, stormwater, trade waste systems, protection systems including fire hydrant and sprinkler systems as well as fire suppression systems including gaseous suppression systems.
• Lead the design of fire alarm systems designs including AS1670.1 detection systems, VESDA systems, linear heat detection systems.
• Undertake hydraulic calculations, system sizing and modelling, and prepare design reports, specifications and drawings.
• Ensure designs comply with the National Construction Code, AS/NZS 3500, AS 2419, AS 2441, AS/NZS 2118, AS/NZS 5601 and relevant water authority, fire authority and local council requirements.
• Manage project scope, programme, budget and deliverables for the hydraulic discipline.
• Coordinate with architects, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers to deliver integrated designs.
• Mentor, guide and review the work of off-shore engineers and designers.

Skills

Hydraulic design

Fire protection design

Mentoring

Coordination

Client collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil or Hydraulic Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Hydraulic calculation software

Job description

Eagles Engineers (an entity of CoMade) is a strategic partner specialising with in-house design, design management, engineering, procurement, construction, completions and commissioning. We bring together the best engineers locally and from around the world to provide truly end-to-end solutions for our clients that enable them to realise their vision.

Our clients can have confidence that what we meticulously design, can be delivered, seamlessly and efficiently. Eagles Engineer’s vision is to become the foremost project delivery partner recognised for best-in-industry solutions. Strong culture and core values are what separate Eagles Engineers from the competition. They believe in building and setting a reputable culture, recognising and rewarding their people who represent those core values either onsite, with clients, or in the local communities.

About the role:

Love solving complex challenges? Want variety in your projects? This is your chance to lead hydraulics and fire protection design across industrial, infrastructure and building projects, from concept to commissioning. You’ll set the technical standard, mentor emerging talent and work with clients who value your expertise.

• Lead the design of hydraulic services including potable and non-potable water supply, hot water systems, sanitary drainage, stormwater, trade waste systems, protection systems including fire hydrant and sprinkler systems as well as fire suppression systems including gaseous suppression systems.
• Lead the design of fire alarm systems designs including AS1670.1 detection systems, VESDA systems, linear heat detection systems.
• Undertake hydraulic calculations, system sizing and modelling, and prepare design reports, specifications and drawings.
• Ensure designs comply with the National Construction Code, AS/NZS 3500, AS 2419, AS 2441, AS/NZS 2118, AS/NZS 5601 and relevant water authority, fire authority and local council requirements.
• Manage project scope, programme, budget and deliverables for the hydraulic discipline.
• Coordinate with architects, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers to deliver integrated designs.
• Mentor, guide and review the work of off-shore engineers and designers.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil or Hydraulic Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years demonstrated experience designing hydraulic and fire protection services for industrial facilities, infrastructure projects and building services.
• Proven ability to design hydraulics and fire protection services from concept through to construction.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD and hydraulic calculation modelling software.
• Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, including managing scope, programme and fees.
• Experience in the coordination with other consultants in the delivery of the building services packages.
• Ideally experience working within a consulting environment.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary aligned with market demand and experience.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to shape processes, systems, or team growth.
• Barista style coffee and fresh fruit always within reach.
• Offices within 1 minute of public transport.
• Mentorship from experienced leaders in your field.
• Exposure to high-profile, technically complex projects.
• Close-knit, collaborative team environment where your input is valued.

Join us at Eagles Engineers and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of high voltage engineering. We offer competitive compensation packages, opportunities for professional development, and a collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.