Lead Mechanical Engineer

Aurecon; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon Group is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design and delivery of water infrastructure projects in NSW. The role involves technical oversight of pumps, valves, pipelines and treatment assets, and mentoring engineers across a national network.

You will influence project delivery from planning through to detailed design and delivery, while developing client relationships and contributing to bids and business development.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in mechanical engineering.
• Strong background in water infrastructure: pumps, valves, mechanical systems, treatment and supply infrastructure.
• Experience in a consulting or project delivery environment.
• Proven ability to lead or mentor engineers.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and delivery of water infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical oversight across pumps, valves, pipelines and treatment assets.
• Support projects across the full lifecycle—from planning and concept design to detailed design and delivery.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers.
• Work closely with clients, building strong and trusted relationships.
• Contribute to bids, proposals and business development.
• Collaborate across interstate teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Drive technical excellence and continuously improve delivery standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Leadership

Mentoring

Water infrastructure

Pumps & valves

Client relationships

Bid & business development

Education

Chartered Engineer (CPEng)

RPEV

RPEQ

Job description

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what's next?

We're growing our Water team across Australia and have an immediate opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our NSW team based from either our Sydney or Newcastle or Canberra offices to play a key role in delivering infrastructure projects and building our mechanical capability.

This is more than a project role - it's an opportunity to:

• Set the foundations for a step into a technical leadership position
• Mentor junior engineers
• Influence how we grow and shape our team capability
• Work across a national network, not just a single office

You'll be joining a team with a strong pipeline across water, energy, and major infrastructure sectors, with exciting bids and projects already in motion.

Here are the key things you will do to 'bring ideas to life':

• Lead the mechanical design and delivery of water infrastructure projects
• Provide technical oversight across pumps, valves, pipelines and treatment assets
• Support projects across the full lifecycle - from planning, concept design through to detailed design and delivery
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers
• Work closely with clients, building strong and trusted relationships
• Contribute to bids, proposals and business development
• Collaborate across interstate teams (VIC, SA, QLD, WA) to deliver integrated solutions
• Drive technical excellence and continuously improve delivery standards

What we're looking for:

We're looking for someone ready to step into a true lead role - combining technical expertise with leadership. You'll bring:

• 8+ years' experience in mechanical engineering
• Strong background in water infrastructure o Pumps, valves and mechanical systems o Treatment and supply infrastructure
• Experience in a consulting or project delivery environment
• Proven ability to lead or mentor engineers
• Experience working on multidisciplinary projects

Registrations & experience

• Chartered Engineer (CPEng) / RPEV
• RPEQ highly regarded
• Established client networks or industry relationships beneficial

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here - to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready for your next adventure?

We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact [e-mail].

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We're most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.