Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical) - Site Based

Beca; Glenbrook; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Discounted health insurance

Gym membership discounts

Social club events

Job summary

Beca is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical) to join its Industrial team in South Auckland. You will lead capital projects and equipment upgrades across a large heavy manufacturing facility, guiding the full lifecycle from concept through procurement, installation and commissioning.

You will collaborate with operations, vendors and contractors to deliver practical engineering solutions that enhance plant performance and reliability while maintaining safety and operational continuity in

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering degree with experience delivering capital projects in heavy industry.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage scope, schedule and budget.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and contractor management in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects and equipment upgrades from concept to handover.
• Manage project scope, programme, budget, risk and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Contractor management

Health and safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe're looking for a Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical) to join our Industrial team and deliver projects within one of New Zealand's largest and most complex heavy manufacturing environments. Based in South Auckland, you'll lead capital projects and equipment upgrades that improve plant performance, safety and operational reliability.In this role, you'll lead projects through the full lifecycle, from concept development and equipment specification through to procurement, installation and commissioning. Working closely with stakeholders, contractors, suppliers and operational teams, you'll deliver practical engineering solutions that improve plant performance and operational effectiveness.Y ou'll contribute to a diverse portfolio of capital, reliability, maintenance, safety and operational improvement initiatives. Working within one of Aotearoa's largest and most complex industrial manufacturing facilities, you'll work with advanced manufacturing technologies, large-scale mechanical systems and critical production assets that support one of New Zealand 's most significant industrial operations.He aha tāu mahi | What you’ll be doingLeading capital projects, equipment upgrades and operational improvement initiatives within a live manufacturing environmentManaging project scope, programme , budget, risk and stakeholder engagement from concept through to operational handoverCoordinating equipment vendors, suppliers and local contractors through procurement, installation and commissioningWorking with operations and maintenance teams to integrate new equipment into existing plant infrastructureLeading safe installation and commissioning activities in brownfield environments while maintaining operational continuityKo wai koe | About youYou're a practical, safety- focused and proactive engineer who enjoys taking ownership, building trusted relationships and delivering successful outcomes in complex industrial environments.You’ll bring:A Mechanical Engineering qualification and experience delivering capital projects within heavy industrial or manufacturing environmentsStrong project management, stakeholder engagement and contractor management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levelsExperience managing brownfield installations with a focus on health, safety and operational risk managementEligibility to work in New ZealandThis is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to work alongside industry experts, deliver high-value projects that directly influence operational performance, and build a long-term career within one of New Zealand's leading engineering consultancies.Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerOngoing professional development and learning opportunitiesA supportive and caring environment where you can bring your whole self to workOpportunities to learn from industry experts and technical leaders across Asia PacificA strong culture of collaboration and knowledge sharingExcellent benefits, including discounted health insurance, gym membership discounts, and social club eventsBeca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicities, identities, thoughts and experiences.Tonoa mai | Apply nowReady to make everyday better? Apply now