Principal Mechanical Designer

Overview

Principal mechanical designer for water management infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• pipeline design
• mechanical design
• design review
• construction docs
• client management
• technical support

Tasks

-Lead civil and mechanical pipeline design including above ground steel works (brownfield and greenfield), pump station design, mechanical plant design and non-process infrastructure (raw water, process water or water supply) -Contribute to technical innovation and continuous improvement for the design team. -Participate in client management and business development. -Review of design and drafting documentation. -Preparation for ‘For Review’ deliverables -Support the well-being, development and resourcing of junior team members. -Design of multi-disciplinary complex projects, ensuring design drawings for engineering project work comply with statutory and regulatory requirements and company policies and practices -Mechanical design of supporting works for water management infrastructure (i.e. mechanical plant, equipment, pump stations and pipelines for Tailings Dams, Creek Diversions, Roads, Drainage Infrastructure) -Providing high level technical support for all design drawings for engineering project work -Preparation of construction documentation (mechanical layouts, GA’s, MTO’s, PIDs and isometric views)

Requirements

• autocad
• inventor
• navisworks
• mechanical eng
• associate degree
• communication

What You Bring

-Brisbane CBD location. -Strong written and verbal communication skills to participate in business develop activities as needed -Strong client management capabilities -Advanced understanding of Engineering principles, project objectives, deliverables, project budgets and time frames -Ability to produce large / complex design projects using AutoCAD, Inventor and/or Navisworks -Willingness to coach junior designers with advice on solutions and develop fit-for-purpose solutions to engineering problems -Associate Degree or Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification) or significant experience as a senior mechanical designer -Strong understanding and familiarity with applicable legislation and technical standards / guidelines. -Knowledge of 3D mechanical design software for use to produce mechanical design drawings across all design lifecycles (prefeasibility to for construction)

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Benefits

-Flexible working arrangements, including remote working options and full-time or part-time working hours. -Opportunities to travel for work across multiple offices. -Opportunities to work across government, private and resource sectors. -Paid Primary and Secondary Carer Leave Policy, reflecting our commitment to work-life balance. -Great cultural environment where teamwork and camaraderie are promoted and valued. -Purchased additional annual leave. -Competitive remuneration -Support structures like our Employee Assistance Program, professional mentoring, and buddy program for new starters. -Opportunities to work on special interest projects. -A structured learning and development framework to align with career progression goals and dedicated individual training / conference allowances.

About Egis In Anz

-They advise on high-profile rail, road, and tunnel projects across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. -Their services span the full project lifecycle — from design and signalling to operations and maintenance of transport networks. -A series of strategic acquisitions have bolstered their capabilities in façade design, environmental services, and water engineering. -Projects often tackle complex technical challenges — from urban rail signalling systems to maritime infrastructure and waterway management. -Their work emphasizes connecting communities and boosting economic and social outcomes through resilient infrastructure. -They continue to expand into sectors like nuclear engineering, defence infrastructure, and greenfield housing standards in South Australia.

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