Lead Hydraulic Engineer - Buildings (Hybrid Au)

Aeco; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Australia, Sydney Building Services, is seeking an experienced Senior Hydraulic Engineer to lead hydraulic design for major transport infrastructure projects, including rail stations and tunnels. You will take ownership from concept through construction, mentor junior engineers and coordinate with mechanical, electrical, structural and transport specialists.

You will work within a collaborative, flexible, hybrid environment, supported by a strong global network and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Hydraulic Engineer within a building services consultancy
• Demonstrated experience delivering large, complex transport or infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, NCC, Sydney Water requirements and relevant transport authority standards
• Proven ability to lead design packages and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative approach with a passion for technical excellence and mentoring others
• CPEng status or progress towards chartership will be highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Lead the hydraulic design and delivery of major transport and infrastructure projects
• Take ownership of hydraulic design from concept through to construction support
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to developing engineers
• Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, structural and transport specialists
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, contractors and project stakeholders
• Review designs, specifications and documentation to ensure quality, compliance and constructability
• Contribute to project bids, client engagement and technical innovation initiatives

Skills

Hydraulic design

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Multidisciplinary coordination

Building services experience

Job description

WSP’s Sydney Building Services team is delivering some of Australia’s most significant transport infrastructure projects and we are looking for an experienced Senior Hydraulic Engineer to play a key role in their delivery.

Working as part of our specialist Building Services group, you will lead hydraulic design across major transport projects including rail stations, metro infrastructure, tunnels, depots, airport facilities and associated precinct developments. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high‑profile projects while being supported by one of the industry's strongest technical networks.

The Role

• Lead the hydraulic design and delivery of major transport and infrastructure projects
• Take ownership of hydraulic design from concept through to construction support
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to developing engineers
• Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, structural, civil and transport specialists
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, contractors and project stakeholders
• Review designs, specifications and documentation to ensure quality, compliance and constructability
• Contribute to project bids, client engagement and technical innovation initiatives

You will work across a diverse portfolio of transport projects while also supporting opportunities within mission‑critical, defence, commercial and public infrastructure sectors.

About You

• Extensive experience as a Hydraulic Engineer within a building services consultancy
• Demonstrated experience delivering large, complex transport or infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, NCC, Sydney Water requirements and relevant transport authority standards
• Proven ability to lead design packages and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative approach with a passion for technical excellence and mentoring others
• CPEng status or progress towards chartership will be highly regarded

Why Join WSP

At WSP, you'll have access to some of Australia's most significant transport projects while being part of a culture that genuinely prioritises flexibility, collaboration and career growth.

What You Can Expect

• Exposure to major transport infrastructure programmes shaping Australia's future
• A hybrid working model with genuine flexibility
• Access to industry‑leading technical specialists across the WSP global network
• Strong opportunities for career progression into Associate and leadership pathways
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
• A strong commitment to wellbeing, development and long‑term career success

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 80,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.