Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

The Constructive Collective; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from senior engineers

PE registration support

Study leave and PD funding

Modern CBD office

Collaborative culture

Job summary

The Constructive Collective is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC and building services design across education, healthcare, and commercial projects in Sydney. You’ll own designs from concept to construction, present to architects, and ensure builds meet Australian Standards and NCC.

Day-to-day work includes engineering calculations, specifications, site inspections, and coordinating with structural/electrical teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in mechanical or building services engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and the NCC.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit is a bonus.
• Clear communicator and proactive problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC, ventilation and mechanical systems for schools, hospitals, aged care and commercial projects.
• Own designs from concept through construction and present to architects/contractors.
• Prepare calculations and specifications, coordinate with structural/electrical teams, and attend site inspections.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and the NCC.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

HVAC design

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

25d ago , from The Constructive Collective

INTERMEDIATE/SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Intermediate Mechanical Engineer ready to move from supporting projects to owning them.

About the Role

You’ll design HVAC, ventilation, and mechanical systems across schools, hospitals, aged care, and commercial projects. You’ll own designs from concept through construction, present your work to architects and contractors, and see the outcomes built.

Day to day, prepare engineering calculations and specifications, coordinate with structural and electrical teams, attend site inspections, and ensure compliance with Australian Standards and the National Construction Code. You’re part of a team, not executing in isolation.

What We’re Looking For

• 2yrs + experience in mechanical or building services engineering
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and the National Construction Code
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit is a bonus
• Clear communicator, practical problem-solver, self-motivated

What’s on Offer

• Salary: $100K-$130K + super
• Structured mentoring from senior engineers (15+ years' experience)
• Diverse project exposure across schools, healthcare, commercial, mixed-use
• Support for Professional Engineer registration
• Study leave and professional development funding
• Modern CBD office with easy public transport access
• Genuine collaborative culture

Why Join

You’ll work with a consultancy known for solid technical work and a real investment in people. Your growth is tracked. Your work gets built.

Additional information

• Work across diverse commercial, education, health and mixed-use projects.
• A consultancy known for treating people well.
• Genuine career progression with a growing national consultancy.