Principal Mechanical Engineer, Building Services (Hybrid)

AECOM Corporation; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid work

Additional annual leave

Public holidays swap

Professional development

Global career opportunities

Paid study leave

Job summary

AECOM in Melbourne is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the delivery of high-profile building services projects. You will drive mechanical design across diverse portfolios, including defence and data-centre work, delivering innovative and practical solutions with a collaborative approach.

You will mentor engineers, manage client relationships, and contribute to project success while operating within a hybrid work model in Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in Building Services consultancy or senior-level mechanical design experience.
• Strong technical design experience across HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects with client engagement and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and delivery for major client projects from concept to completion.
• Apply extensive design experience to deliver innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions.
• Participate in design reviews and assurance to meet high standards.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and lead interdisciplinary reviews.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to drive project outcomes.
• Mentor junior engineers and support growth of local and national teams.

Skills

Building Services experience

Mechanical design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Building Services Engineering or related discipline

Job description

AECOM in Melbourne is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the delivery of high-profile building services projects. You will drive mechanical design across diverse portfolios, including defence and data-centre work, delivering innovative and practical solutions with a collaborative approach.

You will mentor engineers, manage client relationships, and contribute to project success while operating within a hybrid work model in Melbourne.