Stantec
Global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture and environmental consulting for infrastructure and communities.
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water
Lead mechanical design and delivery for water and wastewater projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role is a Senior Mechanical Engineer based in Sydney, responsible for providing technical expertise and leading engineering teams to develop and deliver optimal solutions for water and wastewater projects. The position involves managing design work, supporting project managers, and guiding junior staff to meet client expectations on time, budget and quality. • Undertake and manage engineering designs and projects delivering high‑level technical service to clients. • Determine client requirements and produce calculations, specifications and drawings for mechanical engineering solutions. • Provide technical expertise to meet project needs. • Collaborate with project and design managers to plan, coordinate, peer‑review and deliver outputs on time, budget and quality. • Lead proposal development, including value propositions, methodologies, fee estimates and risk reviews. • Organise and support tender document preparation, evaluate tenders and contracts. • Supervise and mentor junior staff. • Developing Professionals Group for cross‑company networking.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸design engineering
- ▸calculations
- ▸proposal development
- ▸tender management
- ▸project coordination
- ▸mentoring
What You Bring
Interested candidates should submit a current CV outlining relevant experience via the Apply link; agency submissions will not be considered. • Hold a tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) and CPEng (or ability to obtain). • 4–8 years of mechanical/infrastructure engineering experience in detail and concept design. • Demonstrated leadership in managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams. • Advanced knowledge of clean water and wastewater services and delivery environments. • Strong problem‑solving and negotiation skills. • Good understanding of Design‑&‑Construct or alternative delivery/project/program models.
Requirements
- ▸mechanical eng
- ▸cpeng
- ▸4-8 yrs
- ▸leadership
- ▸clean water
- ▸problem solving
Benefits
Stantec offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, professional development programs, and a range of wellbeing benefits, supported by a vibrant culture that values diversity and employee engagement. The company operates in over 400 locations worldwide, bringing together expertise across water, transport, energy, architecture and infrastructure. • Competitive salary with flexible working arrangements, including part‑time and remote options. • Learning and talent development programs and training. • Up to four weeks of additional leave. • Salary continuance insurance and salary packaging. • Honorarium spot‑bonus program recognizing industry contributions. • Mental health and wellbeing programs, including an Employee Assistance Program. • Service recognition awards.
Work Environment
Hybrid