Perth, WA | Full-time | Flexible Working Arrangements
Our client is a well-established Western Australian engineering and construction business with a long history of delivering hydraulic services across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, residential, and infrastructure sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Hydraulic Engineer to join their Perth-based team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging projects while being part of a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation, quality, and professional development.
The Role
As a Hydraulic Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, coordination, documentation, and delivery of hydraulic and plumbing services across a broad range of projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Design hydraulic and plumbing systems including:
- Cold and hot water services
- Sanitary and trade waste systems
- Stormwater and rainwater harvesting systems
- Natural gas and LPG systems
- Sewer pump stations and associated infrastructure
- Fire service water infrastructure where applicable
- Prepare engineering calculations, reports, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Ensure designs comply with the NCC, PCA, Australian Standards, and relevant authority requirements.
- Coordinate designs using Revit, AutoCAD, BIM platforms, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
- Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews and clash detection processes.
- Attend client meetings, site inspections, and design workshops.
- Provide technical support throughout construction and commissioning phases.
- Manage project deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.
About You
- Degree qualified in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Hydraulic, Building Services, or similar).
- 3+ years' experience in hydraulic/plumbing engineering design.
- Proven experience delivering hydraulic services within building or infrastructure environments.
- Strong understanding of Australian plumbing and hydraulic design standards.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience with hydraulic modelling software.
- Previous mentoring or leadership experience.
- Exposure to BIM and digital engineering workflows.
What You'll Bring
- Strong technical and analytical capability.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
- A collaborative and proactive approach to teamwork.
What's On Offer
- Attractive remuneration package.
- Flexible working arrangements and genuine work-life balance.
- Modern office environment and industry-leading technology.
- Opportunity to work on major commercial, industrial, healthcare and infrastructure projects.
- Professional development and ongoing training opportunities.
- Exposure to advanced BIM and digital engineering technologies.
- Long-term career progression within a growing and highly regarded organisation.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
Hydraulic Engineer (Plumbing) employer: Chandler Macleod
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