Mechanical Engineer, Senior or Associate - Building ServicesHybrid

Greencap; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in property and buildings seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to deliver innovative mechanical design solutions across diverse projects in Melbourne. The successful candidate will need a Tertiary Qualification in Mechanical Engineering and approximately 10 years' experience in building services. Responsibilities include leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and managing client relationships. The role offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment committed to sustainability.

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical services systems design including air conditioning, heating, and ventilation.
• 10+ years experience in the building services sector.
• Proven project experience across a range of large projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical design expertise on projects.
• Deliver best practice outcomes, saving on costs and time.
• Lead medium to large engineering design projects.

Skills

Mechanical design expertise

Project management

Client relationship management

Building services coordination

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

Our Property and Buildings team is a world‑leading management and technical consultancy operating across all sectors. We are passionate about tackling the complex and sophisticated challenges of the built environment and delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to create accessible, resilient and liveable communities.

The Melbourne Building Service team is currently engaged in a broad portfolio of projects, with a strong emphasis on key initiatives in transport, data centres, defence, civic infrastructure, and commercial sectors. The team is made up of professionals ranging from graduate engineers to technical directors, offering a rich mix of perspectives and expertise. You’ll benefit from a collaborative environment where diverse ideas thrive and knowledge is shared freely.

The projects you’ll contribute to are high‑profile and will have a meaningful impact across Victoria. The team is committed to sustainability and embraces creative design alongside practical, functional solutions tailored to client needs.

What you’ll do

As a Senior member of the team, you will be an Associate level Mechanical Engineer within our Property and Building Services team. You will play a key role in delivering innovative and efficient mechanical design solutions across a range of single and multi‑disciplinary projects. This position offers the opportunity to lead projects and contribute to larger initiatives, while actively supporting the development of junior engineers.

• Provide mechanical design expertise on single and multi-disciplinary projects
• Deliver best practice and outcomes for clients, saving on costs and time
• Take lead on medium to large size engineering design projects and support major projects
• Communicate effectively with all external and internal stakeholders and project teams
• Be a supporting figure and mentor for lesser experienced engineers
• Build solid client relationships and recognize business development opportunities (desirable)
• Represent and promote the business with the local and regional markets

About you

• Hold a recognized Tertiary Qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing mechanical services systems (air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems).
• Circa 10+ years experience as a Mechanical Engineer within Building Services
• Have the ability to coordinate and understand relevant building services disciplines, including Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire Protection, and Environmentally Sustainable Design.
• Proven project experience in the building services sector across a range of large projects
• Possess a working knowledge of Australian building codes and standards
• Ensure registration (or eligibility for registration) in the professional engineer register of the relevant state for the building / construction industry.
• Demonstrate a history of effectively managing competing priorities, prioritizing work, and meeting tight deadlines.

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 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can. Apply today.