Senior Hydraulic Engineer

Kbr Careers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Sydney, Australia, is seeking a Senior/Associate Hydraulic Engineer to own hydraulic design and delivery across building and infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers while ensuring high-quality technical outputs.

The role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and strong knowledge of AS 3500, AutoCAD, and MS Office within a dynamic consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant hydraulic engineering experience.
• Degree or diploma in Hydraulic Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, particularly AS 3500.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Strong technical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes.
• Previous experience in project leadership or mentoring is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake concept and detailed hydraulic services design.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, reports, and construction documentation.
• Support project planning, coordination, and delivery.
• Conduct site inspections and building surveys.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Attend project meetings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.

Skills

Hydraulic engineering experience

Project leadership

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Degree or diploma in Hydraulic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior / Associate Hydraulic Engineer
An established engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior / Associate Hydraulic Engineer to support its growing project portfolio across a range of building and infrastructure projects.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced hydraulic engineer looking to take ownership of design and project delivery, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the development of junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake concept and detailed hydraulic services design.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, reports, and construction documentation.
• Support project planning, coordination, and delivery.
• Conduct site inspections and building surveys.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Attend project meetings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.

16th October, 2026

Senior / Associate Hydraulic Engineer
An established engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior / Associate Hydraulic Engineer to support its growing project portfolio across a range of building and infrastructure projects.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced hydraulic engineer looking to take ownership of design and project delivery, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the development of junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake concept and detailed hydraulic services design.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, reports, and construction documentation.
• Support project planning, coordination, and delivery.
• Conduct site inspections and building surveys.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Attend project meetings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of relevant hydraulic engineering experience.
• Degree or diploma in Hydraulic Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, particularly AS 3500.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Strong technical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality engineering outcomes.
• Previous experience in project leadership or mentoring is advantageous.

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