Senior Mechanical Engineer: Lead Infra & Water Projects

KBR, Inc.; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Strong wellbeing and team culture

Pathways for leadership or technical 2

Work on high-profile national projects

Job summary

KBR Adelaide is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design packages for complex infrastructure projects across Defence, Water, Resources and Industrial sectors. You will mentor early-career engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, safe, and innovative mechanical and hydraulic solutions.

You will define scopes, prepare concept through detailed designs, engage with clients, and uphold Australian standards while supporting continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience delivering detailed design projects in infrastructure, industrial, water, resources or Defence.
• Strong knowledge of Australian standards and industry practices.
• Experience working with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the delivery of mechanical engineering design packages.
• Define project scopes and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Prepare concept, preliminary and detailed designs for mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Design infrastructure including pumping stations, treatment facilities, industrial plants and process systems.
• Develop technical specifications and select appropriate equipment and materials.
• Coordinate with construction contractors and support project delivery activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to designers and junior engineers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
• Contribute to design innovation, standardisation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Mentorship

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CFD

FATHOM

WaterGEMS

CAESAR II

Job description

KBR Adelaide is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design packages for complex infrastructure projects across Defence, Water, Resources and Industrial sectors. You will mentor early-career engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, safe, and innovative mechanical and hydraulic solutions.

You will define scopes, prepare concept through detailed designs, engage with clients, and uphold Australian standards while supporting continuous improvement and