Equinox Engineering is a global EPCM consulting firm delivering engineering, procurement, and construction management services across the energy, resources, and industrial sectors. With offices throughout Australia and North America, Equinox supports complex brownfield and greenfield projects through technically driven, collaborative project teams.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Project Engineer will play a key role in the delivery of multidisciplinary engineering projects from concept through detailed design and into construction support. Based in the Brisbane office, this role coordinates engineering activities, manages technical scope, supports project controls, and interfaces with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role suited to an experienced engineer with strong EPCM consulting experience and a solid understanding of Australian engineering standards and project execution practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Execute engineering projects or work packages through concept, FEED, detailed design, procurement, and construction support.
- Develop and maintain schedules, cost forecasts, and progress reporting.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary deliverables and milestones.
- Identify project risks and opportunities and support mitigation strategies.
- Provide senior-level technical oversight within your discipline and across interfaces.
- Review and approve engineering deliverables, calculations, drawings, and documentation.
- Resolve technical issues and support constructability and operability reviews.
- Ensure compliance with Australian standards, client specifications, and Equinox procedures.
- Act as a key technical client interface; participate in meetings, design reviews, and progress updates.
- Support vendor evaluations and procurement.
- Mentor junior and intermediate engineers and designers.
- Coordinate within the Brisbane office and with other Equinox offices.
- Promote HSEQ policies, participate in HAZOPs and safety reviews, and follow quality and document control processes.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Process, Electrical, Civil, or related discipline).
- 10+ years of engineering experience, preferably in EPCM or consulting.
- Experience delivering energy, resources, or industrial projects.




- Strong knowledge of Australian engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
- CPEng or progress toward CPEng preferred; brownfield experience highly regarded.
- Robust execution, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and project management tool skills.Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a Calgary-based EPCM firm and a market leader in oil and gas processing, delivering practical engineering solutions for energy clients worldwide. Our projects span conventional oil and gas facilities, pipelines, heavy oil developments, carbon capture, and other energy infrastructure projects.

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities and supporting the successful delivery of projects from concept development through execution. Working closely with project managers, discipline leads, and clients, you will provide technical leadership, manage engineering interfaces, and help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Why Join Equinox?

- Work on a diverse portfolio of oil and gas and energy infrastructure projects.
- Join a well-established EPCM firm with a strong reputation for technical excellence.
- Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary teams.
- Flexible work schedules supporting work-life balance.
- Opportunities to mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of the organization.
- Direct exposure to clients and project execution.

Key responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering and design activities throughout all phases of project execution.
- Act as a key engineering interface between clients, project managers, discipline leads, and stakeholders.
- Support project planning, scope development, scheduling, and resource requirements.
- Ensure engineering deliverables are completed safely, accurately, and within project objectives.
- Participate in project reviews, risk assessments, and technical evaluations.




- Assist with resolving technical and project-related challenges.

Technical & Client Leadership

- Provide technical guidance to engineering and design teams.
- Review engineering deliverables for quality, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
- Develop practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and execution.
- Participate in client meetings, project reviews, and technical discussions.
- Support continuous improvement and project delivery excellence.

Project Controls & Reporting

- Support project managers with planning, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, and change management activities.
- Monitor project progress and engineering performance.
- Prepare and review project reports, technical recommendations, and supporting documentation.

Skills, knowledge and expertise

- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA.
- Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, or a related Engineering discipline.
- 10+ years of experience within an EPCM, consulting engineering, or owner/operator environment.
- Demonstrated experience supporting multidisciplinary engineering projects within the oil and gas or energy sectors.
- Strong understanding of engineering workflows, project execution, and interdisciplinary coordination.
- Proven ability to build client relationships and coordinate internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience mentoring and supporting junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience supporting brownfield and greenfield engineering projects.
- Experience delivering multidisciplinary projects within the energy, industrial, or oil and gas sectors.
- Experience supporting projects through various stages of development and execution.
- Strong understanding of EPCM project delivery practices.

Ready to Apply?

If you're an experienced engineering professional looking for the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary projects, build strong client relationships, and contribute to successful project delivery, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you. Join Equinox and help deliver practical engineering solutions for the evolving energy industry.

📌 Senior Project Engineer – Brisbane, Australia
🏢 Equinox Engineering
📍 Brisbane