Company Description

“Having worked over 20 years, in both consultancies and council, my experience working at AECOM has been refreshing and motivating” –

Dominique Keirens, Sector Manager – Water Infrastructure, SEQ Come grow with us.

Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems. We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing). With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible. Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a

Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a

WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner

and an

AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer . Job Description

Due to significant contract awards within our Water business, we are expanding our Water Infrastructure team across Australia and have a rare opportunity for a Lead Process Engineer to join the team based in either our Sydney or Newcastle office. By joining our team, you’ll be immersed in a strong, long‑term pipeline of work, handling complex, large‑scale and iconic projects across Australia & New Zealand. How you’ll make a difference:

Develop and implement cutting-edge process engineering strategies and solutions for wastewater treatment projects.



Provide guidance on technical challenges and solutions, including advanced process technologies and sustainability practices. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by understanding their challenges and delivering tailored solutions. Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. Qualifications

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. The qualities that help you thrive:

Relevant tertiary degree (essential) Experience in the wastewater treatment industry at technical leadership level Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, technologies and environmental regulations in Australia and Recent Zealand Proficiency in process engineering, data analysis and strong analytical/problem‑solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and project partners. Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‑time,



job‑sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Volunteer and representation leave Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Learn more about life at AECOM:

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To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public‑ and private‑sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and d

📌 Lead Process Engineer (Newcastle)
🏢 AECOM Australia
📍 Newcastle