Mechanical Engineer

Beca; Wellington; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking Mechanical Engineers to contribute to impactful water infrastructure projects across New Zealand. You will be involved in a variety of tasks that enhance your engineering expertise while working in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in mechanical engineering and possess over 5 years’ experience, with a passion for making a difference. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Flexible working arrangements

Health insurance discounts

Gym membership discounts

Social club events

Qualifications

• Over 5 years’ experience in a consulting or utility environment, particularly in pipeline, hydraulics, pump station, wastewater or water treatment plant designs.
• Experience with 3D Design Modelling packages is a real advantage.
• Chartered status preferred or actively working towards chartership.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of engineering tasks that grow in scope and complexity.
• Contribute to analysis, design work, tenders, and proposals.
• Coordinate with other disciplines such as civil and electrical.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Stakeholder relationship management

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Plant 3D

Job description

Overview

Make a difference daily by contributing to complex and meaningful water infrastructure projects across New Zealand and Australia. From delivering clean drinking water to protecting rivers and oceans, and helping communities stay flood-resilient, your work will support a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Apply your mechanical engineering expertise in a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, challenges are embraced, and your contribution truly matters. With multiple opportunities available across our New Zealand offices, this is your chance to grow your career and make everyday better.

Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We’re looking for Mechanical Engineers at various experience levels to join our motivated and trusted team. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary group working on impactful water and wastewater projects across the region.

In These Roles, You Will

• Take ownership of engineering tasks that grow in scope and complexity, with support and guidance from senior team members
• Contribute to analysis, design work, tenders, and proposals
• Coordinate with other disciplines (civil, structural, electrical, geotechnical, etc.)
• Delegate, supervise, and mentor junior mechanical engineers
• Work actively towards professional certification or registration
• Help prepare documentation, ensuring accuracy and meeting quality standards
• Build your understanding of business operations, including budgets and revenue
• Develop your communication, presentation, networking, and consulting skills

We’re looking for engineers with excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder relationship skills—those who are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment.

We understand that balancing work with life’s demands isn’t always easy. That’s why we’re happy to explore flexible working arrangements, whether part-time or full-time.

About You

Ko wai koe | About you

You’re a motivated engineer with a passion for water infrastructure and a collaborative mindset. You’re keen to grow your technical skills and contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference.

You’ll Bring

• A degree in mechanical engineering
• Over 5 years’ experience in a consulting or utility environment, particularly in pipeline, hydraulics, pump station, wastewater or water treatment plant designs
• Experience with 3D Design Modelling packages (AutoCAD, Inventor, and Plant 3D) — a real advantage
• Chartered status (preferred), or be actively working towards chartership
• A natural ability to build strong networks both within and outside the organisation

Our Water Business

At Beca, our multi-disciplinary Water team works across water, wastewater, stormwater, surface waters, and irrigation. We partner with clients in the municipal, industrial, transport, commercial, mining, and agricultural sectors delivering impactful projects across New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific, and Southeast Asia.

We’re proud of the strong relationships we’ve built with our clients, who continue to call on our expertise. As demand grows, we’re looking for more great people to join us.

Our people are our greatest asset. It’s their passion, collaboration, and commitment that set us apart. We foster a culture of teamwork not just within the Water team, but across the entire Beca Group.

What We Offer

A career with Beca will provide you with:

• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive and caring work environment where you can bring your whole self to work
• Support with relocation and immigration for suitable applicants
• Flexible working arrangements to balance your personal and family commitments
• Opportunities to learn from our industry experts and technical gurus across the Asia Pacific
• A highly supportive environment of sharing and collaboration
• Excellent benefits for all staff – including discounted health insurance, gym membership discounts, and a variety of social club events

Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicities, identities, thoughts, and experiences.

About Us

Beca is one of Asia Pacific’s largest independent advisory, design, and engineering consultancies. After a century of operation, we have grown from a family-owned business to one of the most progressive, client-centric professional services consultancies in our region. We have more than 4,000 employees in 24 offices around the world and have delivered projects in more than 70 countries.

“Creative people together transforming our world” is our vision. It reflects our culture, our aspirations, and our purpose – to make everyday better. We create value through understanding and delivering successful solutions, exceptional service and our enduring relationships. We use our skills and systems to empower innovation, helping our clients shape communities, optimise their assets and streamline their operations.

Apply Now

Ready to make everyday better? Apply now.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Business Consulting and Services

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