Project Engineer – Cairns

Endfire Engineering Pty; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Team environment

Project variety

Exposure to fire protection

Job summary

Endfire Engineering Pty is seeking a Project Engineer to join our North Queensland team. You will support delivery of fire protection and mechanical systems across a range of commercial and infrastructure projects, working with Project Managers and site teams from Cairns or Townsville.

The role focuses on installation, testing, and commissioning, with hands-on site coordination and documentation support. Mechanical/E&M background and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years in a project engineering role within construction, M&E or fire protection.
• Experience with fire protection or M&E installations is highly regarded.
• Experience on commercial and infrastructure projects and strong site coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of fire protection and mechanical systems in construction projects.
• Review drawings, specs and engineering documentation.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
• Procurement activities: POs, sourcing materials, supplier deliveries.
• Monitor progress to meet schedule and quality requirements.
• Assist with RFIs, technical queries and engineering documentation.
• Support testing and commissioning activities for fire protection systems.
• Maintain accurate project records.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Site coordination

Reading drawings

Procore

AutoCAD

MS Office

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Procore

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Growing Team! Exciting Opportunity for a Project Engineer – Cairns

Endfire Engineering is a proudly Australian-owned company with over 25 years of industry experience. Operating across Brisbane, Townsville, Darwin, Cairns, Sydney, Adelaide and New Zealand, we have built a strong reputation for quality, safety, and reliability.

We specialise in fire protection solutions for major commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects, working alongside leading contractors and developers across Australia and New Zealand.

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Engineer with a mechanical, building services or M&E background to join our North Queensland team. This position can be based in Cairns or Townsville, depending on the successful applicant. In this role, you will support the delivery of fire protection and mechanical systems across a range of commercial and infrastructure projects, working closely with Project Managers, Supervisors, design teams and subcontractors.

This role will suit an engineer who enjoys working across both technical and site-based project coordination, with a focus on installation, testing, and commissioning of fire protection systems.

You will play an important role in coordinating engineering documentation, supporting site delivery and providing technical support throughout project execution.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work across a range of commercial and infrastructure projects
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Exposure to complex fire protection and mechanical systems

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of fire protection and mechanical systems within construction projects
• Review drawings, specifications and engineering documentation
• Assist with coordination of subcontractors, suppliers and site teams
• Assist with procurement activities including preparing purchase orders, sourcing materials and coordinating supplier deliveries
• Monitor project progress and ensure works meet technical and quality requirements
• Assist with RFIs, technical queries, and engineering documentation
• Support testing and commissioning activities for fire protection systems
• Maintain accurate project records including procurement documentation and project data
• Work closely with Project Managers and Site Supervisors to resolve technical issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 3+ years’ experience in a project engineering role within construction, M&E, fire protection or related industries
• Experience working on fire protection systems, M&E installations, or commissioning activities will be highly regarded
• Experience working on commercial and infrastructure projects will be highly regarded
• Strong understanding of construction processes and site coordination
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and project documentation
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with site and office teams
• Experience with project management tools such as Procore, AutoCAD and MS Office are desirable
• Candidates must hold valid Australian working rights

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, submit your application with an up-to-date CV to be considered.

Project Engineer – Cairns. Our client is a leading civil construction contractor delivering major infrastructure and ground engineering projects across North Queensland. With a strong pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering high-quality outcomes, they are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join their team on a remote project located approximately 40 minutes west of Tully. This is a 6-month project on a 10 days on, 4 days off roster, offered on a DIDO basis from Cairns or Townsville, with camp accommodation provided.

Key responsibilities include coordinating daily site activities, managing subcontractors and suppliers, monitoring progress against schedule and budget, and preparing project documentation and reports.

Ready for your next move?

Join us as a Civil Engineer and work on exciting projects while enjoying the tropical lifestyle of Cairns, with beaches, rainforests and adventure right at your doorstep.

Why you’ll love working here

• Live the Cairns lifestyle: Great weather, beaches, and outdoor opportunities.
• Work on projects that matter: diverse civil works across Cairns and Far North Queensland.
• Take ownership and grow: develop your technical skills and advance your career.

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