Aurecon Looking for Senior Industrial Mechanical Engineer – Energy at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

Want to bring ideas to life?

You’re in the right place. We’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. So why choose Aurecon? It comes down to one crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? The decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything – from the local community to the sustainability of our clients’ businesses – to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

As our new Senior Industrial Mechanical Engineer, you’ll work with a team of highly skilled specialists. You’ll be a trusted partner to diverse international clients and develop a deep understanding of their challenges to co-create innovative solutions that help shape the future.

What are we looking for from you?

The ideal senior industrial mechanical engineer will have the following;

• Mechanical engineering degree from a Washington Accord accredited institution.
• Proficiency in pressure piping system design, surge analysis, pipe stress analysis, and familiarity with PECPR requirements, AS/NZS 1170, ASME B31 suite of codes or equivalent.
• Preferably a background in working on wharf lines, terminals and bulk storage projects.
• Proven project management experience, ideally across a diverse range of infrastructure projects.
• Experience or keen interest in a hybrid role encompassing office-based and site-based work, demonstrating a readiness to travel for exposure to industrial sites.
• A proven ability to cultivate client relationships, establishing partnerships that lead to successful project outcomes.

What will you be doing?

• Leading design projects for manufacturing/industrial clients across Australia/NZ, specialising in system integration and detailed pressure piping design. Manage scoping, costing, and customer support for project approval.
• Drive decarbonisation efforts, guiding clients towards a low-emission future.
• Oversee feed studies, detailed services design, and project implementation.
• Spearhead upgrades for terminal sites in NZ, covering wharf lines, piping, pumping, gantries, and fire suppression.
• Champion bulk storage projects, focusing on tank design and commissioning.
• Manage large multidiscipline projects involving Civil, Structural, Electrical, Process, Geotech, Survey, and Land contamination.
• Engage in all project phases from concept to commissioning, ensuring seamless execution.
• Collaborate within a national team to meet client needs and review projects from other consultants.
• Generate professional and visually compelling deliverables, transforming complex analyses, including business cases, into clear and actionable insights.

What is in it for you?

• 4% Kiwisaver employer contribution
• Genuine flexible working that includes:
• Remote/hybrid work practices that work around your circumstance
• Cultural holiday swaps
• Up to 22 weeks of paid parental leave (in addition to Government provided parental leave)
• Access for your entire family to the Sonder app; a digital care platform that delivers immediate safety, medical & mental health services. Think EAP, but it is more interactive, intuitive, and specific to you.
• Be part of a thriving team and culture

Aurecon is an equal-opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives. We are the first Engineering consultancy to receive the Rainbow tick, as well as the Gender tick. Finally, our Maori Strategy won two Good Design awards in 2022 for contributing to Te Ao Maori and digital innovation in decision-making.

Whakahā ngā whakaaro / Breathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views

Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi / Be bold, be strong, work as one

If this role sounds like what you’ve been looking for, please get in touch. Only candidates with the correct work rights will be considered for this role.