Piping Stress Engineer

Hatch; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch Ltd. in Brisbane is seeking a Piping Stress Engineer to join the Project Delivery Group.

You will deliver piping stress analysis and design solutions across mining and metals projects, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safety, reliability and project performance. The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree, experience with ASME B31.3 and CAESAR II, and the ability to mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in piping stress analysis within mining, minerals processing, metals or heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of Australian piping standards and ASME B31.3.
• Experience using CAESAR II for stress modelling and analysis.
• Experience reviewing and approving piping isometrics and calculations.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform piping stress analysis per ASME B31.3 and project requirements.
• Prepare and review stress specifications and critical line lists.
• Participate in piping layout reviews and provide design input.
• Nominate support and anchor locations and provide load data.
• Review and verify stress calculations and piping isometrics.
• Specify springs, expansion joints and specialised pipe supports.
• Provide technical guidance to designers and engineers on piping support and stress matters.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the wider piping team.
• Ensure compliance with project specs, Australian standards and Hatch practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Mentor teammates

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAESAR II

Job description

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Piping Stress Engineer

Date: Oct 26, 2026

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:102598

Job Category:Engineering

Location:Brisbane,Queensland,Australia

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Our Project Delivery Group (PDG) is a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

At Hatch, we’re passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy and infrastructure, our teams work on some of the world's most challenging and meaningful projects.

We are currently seeking a Piping Stress Engineer to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Brisbane. In this role, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering piping stress analysis and design solutions across a range of mining and metals projects.

The Role

As a Piping Stress Engineer, you will:

• Perform piping stress analysis in accordance with ASME B31.3 and applicable project requirements.
• Prepare and review stress specifications and develop critical line lists.
• Participate in piping layout reviews and provide flexibility and stress-related design input.
• Nominate support and anchor locations and provide load data for structures, tanks and equipment.
• Review and verify stress calculations and piping isometrics.
• Specify springs, expansion joints and specialised pipe support systems where required.
• Provide technical guidance to designers and engineers on piping support and stress-related matters.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of the wider piping team.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, Australian standards and Hatch engineering practices.

What We're Looking For

You will bring:

• Degree qualifications in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience in piping stress analysis within mining, minerals processing, metals or heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of Australian piping standards and ASME B31.3.
• Experience using CAESAR II for stress modelling and analysis.
• Experience reviewing and approving piping isometrics and engineering calculations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• The ability to work independently while also supporting and mentoring junior team members.
• Professional Engineer registration or eligibility for registration will be highly regarded.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Strong focus on career growth, learning and mentorship
• Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation and excellence

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

Hatch holds an innovate reconciliation action plan and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Straight islanders to apply. As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a collaborative workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request. We are managing this recruitment process directly and are not accepting unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.