Hydraulics Engineer, Buildings

Aurecon

The Role

Overview

Design and optimize hydraulic building services for sustainable, healthy structures.

Key Responsibilities

  • innovation
  • hvac design
  • system optimization
  • client collaboration
  • code compliance
  • sustainable design

Tasks

-Championing innovation — exploring new technology and sustainable solutions to solve challenges in bold, creative ways. -Designing smarter systems — evaluating, optimising and designing HVAC systems that balance health, comfort, compliance, energy efficiency and carbon neutrality. -Collaborating across disciplines — working closely with clients, architects, and engineers to deliver integrated, high-performing buildings. -Working to Australian codes and sustainability standards

Requirements

  • 5+ years
  • hydraulics
  • fire water
  • clear communication
  • project collaboration
  • baseline clearance

What You Bring

-More than 5+ years’ experience in hydraulic systems design -Ability to achieve baseline clearance is desirable -Technical Expertise – Strong knowledge of hydraulics systems including potable and hot water, stormwater, sanitary drainage, trade waste and gas system building systems, with experience in design, documentation, and project execution. Experience in fire water system including hydrants, hose-reels and sprinkler is beneficial. -Clear communication, leading hydraulic designs and strong project collaboration

Benefits

-Personalised learning pathways and mentoring, including a Graduate Certificate in Design Management (via RMIT) -Truly flexible work options — part-time, job share, remote work, and more -Industry-leading parental leave and cultural public holiday swaps

The Company

About Aurecon

-Founded with a commitment to delivering world-class engineering and design solutions. -Aurecon blends technical expertise with creative problem-solving, driving projects in complex and challenging environments. -Known for transforming ideas into tangible outcomes, with projects spanning across sectors like infrastructure, energy, and water resources. -They specialize in creating innovative solutions for large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects that redefine cities, industries, and communities. -Aurecon has made a lasting impact on global projects such as landmark bridges, smart cities, and renewable energy developments. -Focused on bringing sustainable change, their projects often explore the intersections of cutting-edge technology and practical design. -The company's influence spans across both established and emerging markets, with a particular strength in the transport and utilities sectors. -Aurecon is celebrated for their collaborative approach, working alongside clients to turn visions into lasting legacies.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Buildings

Water Resources

Industrial

Energy

Utilities

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Government

Commercial

Residential