Project Engineer, Mechanical

acciona; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is recruiting a Project Engineer to coordinate mechanical and piping engineering works for the Alkimos Desalination Plant. You will support the Senior Project Engineer to ensure safety, on-time delivery, and quality within budget.

The role covers design review, procurement support, scheduling, QA, and site coordination for a complex project including marine works, seawater intake, and desalination systems with first production targeted in 2028.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience.
• Ability to conduct safety and environmental inspections.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and control mechanical and piping engineering works.
• Review designs and prepare work packages with procurement in mind.
• Monitor schedules, track progress and manage QA documentation.
• Apply construction techniques and review constructability improvements.
• Utilize GIS and industry software to plan and review works.

Skills

Project coordination

Safety inspections

Procurement

Scheduling

Risk assessment

QA processes

Cost control

GIS

Revisto

Propeller

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

P6

Aphex

Propeller

Revisto

GIS

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

The Project Engineer will ensure the effective coordination and control of Mechanical and Piping Engineering Works for the Alkimos Desalination Plant through activities of technical, engineering, inspection, scheduling, planning, survey, procurement and quality control based on Alkimos Project standards. The Project Engineer is responsible in assisting the Senior Project Engineer to ensure the safe and successful completion of the project on schedule, within budget and to the specified quality.

The Project The project includes the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the plant with first production in 2028. Works include marine works and tunnels, seawater intake system, a seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant, groundwater system, drinking water storage and pump system, supported by civil, electrical and bulk earthworks.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct regular safety and environmental inspections, support safe work practices, and promote wellbeing across the project.
• Review designs for accurate quantity take-offs, prepare work packages, evaluate quotations, and select suppliers in line with procurement guidelines.
• Create method statements, temporary works briefs, and sketches; review designs for constructability and collaborate on process improvements.
• Analyse schedules, manage logistics, track progress, assess risks, and ensure alignment with project milestones using planning tools.
• Monitor QA processes, manage subcontractor documentation, forecast financial outcomes, and apply construction techniques to meet project goals.
• Utilize digital tools such as GIS and industry-standard software to plan and review works and encourage their use within the team.
• Ensure timely closure of Workpacks and NCRs, verify site works against specifications, and maintain proper inspection and testing protocols.
• Compile forecasts, maintain activity diaries, review actual costs, submit accruals, and monitor daily site productivity for budget alignment.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Minimum Bachelor of Engineering
• Minimum 5 years' engineering experience
• Ability to conduct safety and environmental inspections and implement safe work practices.
• Experience in reviewing designs, performing quantity take-offs, and managing procurement processes.
• Skilled in developing construction method statements, temporary works briefs, and efficient construction techniques.
• Proficient in project scheduling, risk assessment, and progress tracking using tools like P6 and Aphex.
• Knowledge of QA processes, subcontractor documentation management, and financial forecasting.
• Familiarity with digital engineering tools such as GIS platforms (e.g., Propeller, Revisto) and industry software.
• Competence in verifying site works against specifications and managing inspection and testing protocols.
• Strong analytical skills for cost control, productivity tracking, and budget alignment.

What we offer

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.