Senior Project Engineer - Steel Linings for Major Infra

Snowy Hydro Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Snowy Hydro Limited is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Steel Linings for its iconic renewable energy project in Australia. This hands-on site leadership role acts as the key technical link between design, construction, and delivery, reporting to the Project Manager - Mechanical Installations and overseeing contractor activities on site.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree (eligible for Engineers Australia Corporate Membership) and experience with large-scale civil or

Qualifications

• Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering (eligible for Corporate Membership with Engineers Australia).
• Experience: Previous engineering experience working on large-scale, complex civil or major infrastructure projects.
• Technical Expertise: Strong background in heavy wall welding, steel linings, or structural steel installation practices highly regarded.
• Interface Skills: Proven track record in managing complex interfaces across multiple contract packages.
• Communication & Drive: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative leadership style and the flexibility to operate autonomously in dynamic site environments.

Responsibilities

• Site Oversight & Quality Assurance: Ensure contractor activities strictly align with design specifications, IFC drawings, and contract requirements.
• Proactive Problem Solving: Monitor site progress to spot technical discrepancies, material issues, or potential delays early, driving practical solutions.
• Safety Leadership: Lead by example, embedding high health, safety, and environmental standards across all site activities.
• Stakeholder & Interface Management: Collaborate effectively across multi-disciplinary teams (E&M, Civil, Safety, and Quality) and maintain strong working relationships with external partners.
• Team Leadership & Support: Step up as 2IC to the Project Manager when required and mentor Site Engineers and Technical Officers on site.

Job description

Snowy Hydro Limited is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Steel Linings for its iconic renewable energy project in Australia. This hands-on site leadership role acts as the key technical link between design, construction, and delivery, reporting to the Project Manager - Mechanical Installations and overseeing contractor activities on site.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree (eligible for Engineers Australia Corporate Membership) and experience with large-scale civil or