Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water

Stantec's Water team in Australia has an impressive portfolio of successful major projects that are already positively impacting our communities across the country. We know that finding solutions to our water issues is critical, and so our diverse network of 400 water specialists in Australia collaborate across business lines and geographies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. With exciting projects in the pipeline, we are looking to expand our teams and seek the change-makers, innovators, leaders and collaborators to join us. How will you impact Australia's water solutions? Grow with us. Our Water Division is experiencing significant growth, presenting the opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer based in Sydney. This position is crucial for providing technical expertise and lead engineering teams to develop and deliver the most appropriate solutions for key water and wastewater projects. This is a full-time 12 month fixed-term contract with view to permanency.

A day in the life of a Senior Mechanical Engineer looks like:

• Undertake a range of duties in carrying out and/or managing engineering designs and projects to provide high level technical service to clients.
• Manage all facets of mechanical engineering, determine client requirements, produce calculations, specifications and drawings to ensure technical designs solutions meet expectations.
• Provide technical expertise in mechanical engineering to meet project need.
• Working closely with project managers and/or design managers service project needs through planning coordination, undertaking peer review and deliver the agreed outputs on budget on time and to quality standards.
• Lead and manage proposal development including preparing value propositions, methodologies, fee estimates, risk reviews etc.
• Organise and support the development of tender documents, evaluate tenders and contracts
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

To be successful for this role you'll present:

• Tertiary Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field along with CPEng (or ability to obtain).
• A minimum of 4 to 8 years mechanical/infrastructure engineering experience in detail and concept design.
• Exceptional leadership abilities including managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Advanced knowledge of clean water and wastewater services and the delivery environment.
• Highly developed problem solving and negotiation skills to resolve disputes.
• Strong understanding of D&C or alternative delivery projects and or program models.

So, what do we offer to enable your next career step? Along with an attractive salary, healthy and vibrant culture, we offer many benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing.

• Flexible Working Arrangements – Including options to work part time and flexibility to work from home
• Learning and Talent Development Programs and Training
• Purchasing up to four weeks additional leave
• Professional Registration and Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI) and Salary Packaging
• Honorarium Spot Bonus Program – Recognition of broader water industry contributions to relevant committees and conferences
• Employee Resource Groups such as Women@Stantec and Pride@Stantec
• Connecting employees across Stantec through our Developing Professionals Group
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs including Employee Assistance Program
• Service Recognition Awards

The Stantec community unites approximately 26,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across sectors and industries to bring water, transport, energy, architecture, and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. It’s our people that sets us apart… and we hope that includes you!

How to apply: Please submit your most recent CV outlining your experience relevant to this role by following the 'apply' link.

Qualifications:

• Tertiary Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field along with CPEng (or ability to obtain).

Primary Location: Australia-New South Wales-Sydney

Organization: BC-3002 Water-AU Australia

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Travel: No

Schedule: Full-time

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