Mechanical Engineer

Lucid Consulting Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Consulting Australia is seeking a Mechanical Engineer based in Melbourne to contribute to the growth of our Mechanical Services team. You will deliver high-quality building services design across sectors, lead design elements, and liaise with clients to shape innovative engineering outcomes for built environment projects.

You’ll plan and deliver projects, coordinate technical requirements, and represent Lucid at project and industry meetings, contributing to a collaborative and supportive

Qualifications

• Holds a Mechanical Engineering degree recognised in Australia.
• Has a minimum of 3 years’ experience in building services (HVAC).
• Is proficient in CAD and Revit for design and documentation.
• Has a strong understanding of electrical, fire, and hydraulic disciplines.
• Demonstrates strong communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Enjoys experience, or an interest in developing skills in the health and/or defence sectors.
• Has experience engaging directly with clients and project stakeholders.
• Holds full working rights in Australia with no restrictions.
• Brings a progressive mindset with a willingness to improve how things are done.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed mechanical engineering design calculations and documentation.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal project stakeholders.
• Attend and contribute to project and site meetings with Project Team Leaders.
• Coordinate project requirements across disciplines.
• Support the delivery of high-quality HVAC and building services solutions.
• Represent Lucid at industry and networking events.

Skills

Client engagement

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree recognised in Australia

Tools

CAD

Revit

Job description

Think Bold. Build Better. Belong at Lucid.

We’re an employee-owned engineering and advisory firm where Lucid thinking drives progress. Here, you’ll explore new ideas, challenge the status quo, and make a real difference, supported by clear pathways, modern tools, and a culture of innovation

What this role is all about

Based in our Melbourne office, this role provides an opportunity to contribute to the growth of our Mechanical Services team in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality building services design across multiple sectors, working alongside some of the industry’s best and brightest. You’ll lead elements of design, liaise closely with clients, and help shape innovative engineering outcomes across the built environment.

This diverse role will see you planning and delivering projects for a variety of clients, coordinating technical requirements, and representing Lucid at project and industry meetings.

How you’ll contribute day-to-day

• Perform detailed mechanical engineering design calculations and documentation
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal project stakeholders
• Attend and contribute to project and site meetings with Project Team Leaders
• Coordinate project requirements across disciplines
• Support the delivery of high-quality HVAC and building services solutions
• Represent Lucid at industry and networking events

What sets you up for success

• Holds a Mechanical Engineering degree recognised in Australia
• Has a minimum of 3 years’ experience in building services (HVAC)
• Is proficient in CAD and Revit for design and documentation
• Has a strong understanding of electrical, fire, and hydraulic disciplines
• Demonstrates strong communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail
• Enjoys experience, or an interest in developing skills in the health and/or defence sectors.
• Has experience engaging directly with clients and project stakeholders
• Holds full working rights in Australia with no restrictions
• Brings a progressive mindset with a willingness to improve how things are done

Life at Lucid

At Lucid, our people do more than deliver projects – they shape outcomes that matter. Their curiosity, commitment, and drive to do things better are what set us apart. It’s why we’ve built a workplace where people can thrive, grow, and make an impact.

Today, we’re a team of 350+ people across Australia, united by a drive to turn complexity into clarity. Along the way, our people have opened new offices, led national projects, and grown from graduates to leaders – shaping Lucid’s journey as they shaped their own.

Lucid’s culture is built on relationships – and creating an environment where people can do great work. It’s where curiosity is backed, initiative is supported, and growth isn’t just encouraged – it’s expected.

We’re a team that shares accountability.

At Lucid, we welcome everyone, different cultures, genders, backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and their families.

Research shows some people hesitate to apply unless they tick every box. If you share our passion for creating a better world, we want to hear from you, even if you don’t meet every criterion.

We don't use AI in our recruitment process, so our response times may occasionally be a little longer than others. We're a people-focused business and believe a person-to-person approach is the best way to connect, assess, and support our candidates throughout their journey with Lucid.