Senior Hydraulics Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Auckland is looking for a Senior Hydraulic Engineer to lead the design and delivery of hydraulic services across a diverse portfolio of projects in New Zealand. You will work with clients, architects, contractors and technical specialists to deliver sustainable, high-performing water, drainage and stormwater solutions.

You will mentor developing engineers, maintain high technical standards and contribute to the growth of the Buildings team across New Zealand, while collaborating

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering hydraulic services design within the buildings sector.
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand building codes, standards and industry requirements.
• Experience across commercial, healthcare, education, industrial or public sector projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
• Chartered status, or progress towards chartership, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading hydraulic services design from concept through to detailed design and construction support
• Delivering water, sanitary drainage, stormwater and specialist hydraulic systems
• Managing project deliverables and maintaining high technical standards
• Building strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for future work
• Mentoring and supporting developing engineers
• Collaborating with local and global technical experts across the Mott MacDonald network
• Contributing to the continued growth of our Buildings business in New Zealand

Skills

Hydraulic design experience

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Chartered status awareness

NZ building codes knowledge

Building sector experience

Education

Engineering degree or related qualification

Job description

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Help shape the buildings and communities of tomorrow

At Mott MacDonald, we employ brilliant people and trust them to do brilliant things.

As a global engineering, management and development consultancy, we work on some of New Zealand's most complex and rewarding projects. From healthcare and education facilities to commercial developments, transport infrastructure and destination precincts, our teams help create places that improve lives and support thriving communities.

As an independent, employee-owned business, we have the freedom to invest in our people, our clients and our future. Our success enables us to create an environment where individuals are empowered to grow, collaborate and make a genuine impact.

We are looking for a Senior Hydraulic Engineer to join our Auckland Buildings team and play a key role in delivering innovative hydraulic services solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects.

The opportunity

Working as part of our multidisciplinary Buildings team, you will lead the design and delivery of hydraulic services across a range of projects throughout New Zealand.

You will work closely with clients, architects, contractors and fellow technical specialists to develop practical, sustainable and high-performing solutions that deliver exceptional outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading hydraulic services design from concept through to detailed design and construction support
• Delivering water, sanitary drainage, stormwater and specialist hydraulic systems
• Managing project deliverables and maintaining high technical standards
• Building strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for future work
• Mentoring and supporting developing engineers
• Collaborating with local and global technical experts across the Mott MacDonald network
• Contributing to the continued growth of our Buildings business in New Zealand

About you

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience delivering hydraulic services design within the buildings sector
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand building codes, standards and industry requirements
• Experience working across commercial, healthcare, education, industrial or public sector projects
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering quality outcomes
• Chartered status, or progress towards chartership, is desirable

Why Mott MacDonald?

Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work on some of New Zealand's most interesting and meaningful projects
• Access to global technical expertise and professional networks
• Ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities
• Flexible and agile working arrangements
• A competitive remuneration and benefits package
• An inclusive, supportive and collaborative culture
• A genuine opportunity to influence the projects you work on as part of an employee-owned business

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Mott MacDonald, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and believe diverse perspectives help us deliver better outcomes for our clients, our communities and each other.

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.