Senior Mechanical Engineer

Aurecon

Senior Mechanical Engineer in Energy & Industrial managing projects for key clients in New Zealand. Leading project delivery while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with standards.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeWellington • 🇳🇿 New ZealandSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for engineering and managing multi-disciplinary projects for key and platinum customers
Lead small to medium-sized projects, ensuring successful delivery to meet client expectations
Provide mechanical engineering expertise including detailed mechanical and piping design
Develop technical specifications and manage drawings
Mentor and coach junior team members
Stepping into a client-facing role and growing into a project manager or commissioning manager
Travel to client and project sites across NZ

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (Washington Accord)
Proven experience in a similar role with 7+ years’ experience
Excellent project management and communication skills
Technical knowledge with hygienic and pressure piping system design
Familiarity with PECPR requirements, AS/NZS 1170, ASME B31 suite of codes or equivalent standards
Exposure to piping industry software such as AutoPIPE, PIPE-FLO, or similar
Willingness to travel to site

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026
Diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact

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Hard Skills & Tools

Mechanical DesignPiping DesignTechnical Specification DevelopmentProject DeliveryClient Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsMentoringCoaching

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering