Project Engineer

Skilled Jobs Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Jobs Australia is seeking a driven Engineer to support the delivery of construction projects. This role is ideal for someone with at least 2 years’ experience in project engineering who is ready to step up into project management.

You will work closely with the Senior Project Engineer and engineering teams to ensure key deliverables across quality, time, and client satisfaction, while producing detailed CAD drawings (Autodesk Inventor) and maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar engineering role.
• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or an related Engineering or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and safety requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Team-focused with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Project Manager on daily site progress
• Creating detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications using CAD (Autodesk Inventor) software
• Document design assumptions, calculations, decisions, and test results for quality compliance purpose and future reference
• Preparing technical reports and presentations
• Identify and resolve technical issues or challenges during product development, testing, or production
• Analyse root causes of project failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Provide technical support to customers, sales teams, or service technicians
• Prepare and manage site diaries and records
• Collaborate proactively with estimators to ensure design robustness and product efficiency
• Support project schedule updates and tracking
• Assist with procurement and resource coordination
• Manage project materials and subcontractors
• Maintain professional client relationships and reports

Skills

2+ years exp

Excellent communication

MS Office & PM tools

Education

Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Edinburgh

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven Engineer to support the delivery of construction projects. This role is ideal for someone with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in project engineering who is looking to step up into project management.

Our client is a multi-disciplined company providing a range of end-to-end engineering solutions across numerous industries including mining and resources, power, rail, defence, and water sectors. You will work closely with the Senior Project Engineer and engineering teams to ensure key project deliverables are met across quality, time, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to the Project Manager on daily site progress
• Creating detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications using CAD (Autodesk Inventor) software
• Document design assumptions, calculations, decisions, and test results for quality compliance purpose and future reference
• Preparing technical reports and presentations
• Identify and resolve technical issues or challenges during product development, testing, or production
• Analyse root causes of project failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Provide technical support to customers, sales teams, or service technicians
• Prepare and manage site diaries and records
• Collaborate proactively with estimators to ensure design robustness and product efficiency
• Support project schedule updates and tracking
• Assist with procurement and resource coordination
• Manage project materials and subcontractors
• Maintain professional client relationships and reports

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar engineering role
• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or an related Engineering or equivalent
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong understanding of construction processes and safety requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
• Team-focused with a growth mindset

Salary

Salary Range $76,000-$80,000 per annum + superannuation.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.