Senior Hydraulic Engineer - Building Services

Bobak Ganjalibeik - Senior Mechanical Design Drafter - Jacobs; Sydney, Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work environment

Friendly team

Innovation culture

Training opportunities

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Engineer to contribute technical and design input across projects within its Building Services Project Department in Australia. The role involves client consultations and leading multidisciplinary projects across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical services degree, 5+ years of local experience, and familiarity with Australian standards. Revit experience is a plus, and strong time management is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Services or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Minimum five years of local Australian experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of Australian standards in relation to mechanical engineering design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit experience would be an advantage).
• Ability to work independently and manage own project portfolio.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, and an ability to work to agreed deadlines.
• Excellent client communication and liaison skills and an ability to convey information accurately.
• Registered building practitioner or/and Chartered professional engineer status would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide Hydraulic Services, including technical and design input to projects
• Consult with clients on matters relating to engineering services
• Lead projects representing all disciplines
• Work on Commercial, residential, retail, local government, office fitout, and industrial projects

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Hyena Software Calcs

Microsoft Tools

Education

Degree in Mechanical Services or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

20th October, 2026

Senior Hydraulic Engineer role with the end-to-end supplier of engineering

Leading Consultancy employing over 300 people across the Asia Pacific

Centrally located in Sydney CBD in plush office space

They are an end-to-end supplier of engineering, surveying, and geotechnical services to building and land development. Founded in Victoria in 2003, they have grown rapidly into a large-sized engineering consultancy employing over 300 people across Australia and China.

Their Head Office is located in Melbourne CBD with additional offices in NSW, SA, and QLD. They are located throughout Australia and China, serving their growing client list of leading residential builders, industrial and commercial development companies, government and urban land authorities, developers, and architects.

The Role

They are now looking for an enthusiastic senior hydraulic engineer to explore an exciting opportunity within their dynamic Building Services Project Department.

• Provide Hydraulic Services, including technical and design input to projects
• Consult with clients on matters relating to engineering services
• Lead projects representing all disciplines
• Work on Commercial, residential, retail, local government, office fitout, and industrial projects

The Requirements

• A minimum qualification of Degree in Mechanical Services or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution
• Minimum five years of local Australian experience in a similar role
• Understanding of Australian standards in relation to mechanical engineering design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit experience would be an advantage), Hyena Software Calcs, Standard Microsoft Tools (Word, Excel etc.)
• Ability to work independently and manage own project portfolio
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, and an ability to work to agreed deadlines
• Excellent client communication and liaison skills and an ability to convey information accurately
• Registered building practitioner or/and Chartered professional engineer status would be an advantage

The Rewards

• An environment that challenges and welcomes innovation
• Leaders who nurture, support and develop the leader in you
• Career development through internal and external training
• A team that is friendly and supportive
• A flexible work environment

Please note that we are only accepting applications from candidates currently residing in Australia who possess the relevant skills & experience required.