Job Description
Want to bring ideas to life? You're in the right place. Aurecon is a leading design, engineering and advisory company - but why should you choose to join us? Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every decision we make embeds sustainability, innovation, and technical excellence at the forefront. If you're looking to step into a role where you can shape projects, mentor teams and build capability - this is your opportunity to do just that. It comes down to one crucial question: What kind of world do you want to create? How will your ideas contribute to shaping what's next? We're growing our Water team in Melbourne and are looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in delivering major infrastructure projects and building our mechanical capability.
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This is more than a delivery role — it's an opportunity to:
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Step into a technical leadership position
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Mentor and uplift junior engineers
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Influence how we grow and shape our team capability
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Work across a national network, not just a single office
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You'll be joining a team with a strong pipeline across water, energy, and major infrastructure sectors, with exciting bids and projects already in motion.
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Here are the key things you will do to 'bring ideas to life':
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Lead the mechanical design and delivery of water infrastructure projects
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Provide technical oversight across pumps, valves, pipelines and treatment assets
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Support projects across the full lifecycle — from concept design through to detailed design and Design & Construct delivery
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Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers
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Work closely with clients, building strong and trusted relationships
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Contribute to bids, proposals and business development
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Collaborate across interstate teams (VIC, SA, QLD, WA) to deliver integrated solutions
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Drive technical excellence and continuously improve delivery standards
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What we're looking for:
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We're looking for someone ready to step into a true lead role - combining technical expertise with leadership.
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8+ years' experience in mechanical engineering
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Robust background in water infrastructure
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Pumps, valves and mechanical systems
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Treatment and supply infrastructure
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Experience in a consulting or project delivery environment
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Proven ability to lead or mentor engineers
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Experience working on multidisciplinary projects
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Registrations & experience Chartered Engineer (CPEng) / RPEV RPEQ highly regarded Established client networks or industry relationships beneficial
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How will your future be shaped by us?
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Joining Aurecon means you'll be at the award‐winning edge of innovation and sustainability. We've been recognised for:
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Innovation and design excellence
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Industry-leading sustainability outcomes
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Inclusive and flexible workplace culture
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Here, you can:
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Bring your whole self to work
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Work in a flexible, hybrid environment
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Grow through structured learning, leadership and accreditation pathways
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Access benefits including parental leave, wellbeing support and flexible public holidays
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Who is Aurecon?
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Aurecon's strength has always been our people. It's our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It's our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you'll probably know lots of our award-winning projects. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us. Tāmaki Regeneration in Auckland? That was us too. And the Tseung Kwan O Interchange in Hong Kong? You guessed it, us. So, when you join us, you'll be joining a community working together to tackle some of the world's most complex challenges.
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Ready to bring ideas to life?
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Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued.
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Visit our website to learn more at
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We've re-imagined engineering.
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Aurecon is an engineering and infrastructure advisory company, but not as you know it!
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Think engineering. Think again. Find out more here.
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📌 Lead Mechanical Engineer (Victoria)
🏢 Aurecon Group
📍 Victoria