At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering projects, conduct site inspections, and develop practical solutions.
- Company: HDE Engineers, a dynamic Queensland consultancy with a focus on impactful engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive team environment, diverse projects, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Flexible work hours and potential relocation to beautiful Central Queensland.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in engineering while developing your skills and taking ownership.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Take the Lead on Engineering Projects That Matter
Are you a Mechanical Engineer eager to tackle real-world engineering challenges and see your work make a genuine impact?
We are HDE Engineers, an established Queensland engineering consultancy delivering practical engineering solutions and project management services across Local Government, Power Generation, Manufacturing and Mining. We’re looking for a motivated Mechanical Project Engineer to join our growing team and continue developing their career.
At HDE, you’ll be part of a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported and you have the opportunity to take genuine ownership of your work. Our engineers are involved throughout the project lifecycle – from site investigation and developing the initial scope and proposal, through engineering design, coordination and execution.
You’ll work closely with HDE’s Lead Engineers, Designers, clients and contractors to develop practical engineering solutions to real operational challenges. This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects while being supported by an experienced team and see the solutions you develop make a real difference on our clients’ sites.
Why Join HDE?
- Join an established team who genuinely enjoy what they do.
- Work across diverse projects in Local Government, Power Generation, Manufacturing and Mining.
- Take genuine ownership of projects from scoping through to execution and close-out.
- Work directly with HDE’s Business Director, Lead Engineers and experienced Designers.
- Enjoy a mix of office-based engineering and hands-on site experience.
- Develop practical engineering solutions and see your work delivered onsite.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct site inspections, develop project scopes, and prepare proposals and estimates.
- Develop practical mechanical engineering solutions for plant upgrades, modifications and new installations.
- Undertake condition assessments, engineering inspections and audits.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary inputs across mechanical, structural and electrical disciplines.
- Work with our engineering and design team to produce design and drafting deliverables for your projects.
- Liaise directly with clients, vendors, contractors and site personnel.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, variations and deliverables.
You’re a practical, motivated Engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems and taking on project challenges. You communicate well, work collaboratively and are keen to keep developing your technical and project delivery skills.
Most importantly, you want to keep learning, take on greater responsibility and grow your career with HDE.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 5+ years’ relevant engineering or project experience.
- Experience across either Local Government, Power Generation, Manufacturing or Mining.
- Experience in project scoping, site investigations, design and project delivery.
- A willingness to visit operational work sites.
Highly Regarded
- Experience with Autodesk Inventor, Nastran, SpaceGass, Plant 3D, Advance Steel or similar engineering software.
- RPEQ registration, or a willingness to work towards registration.
Location & Hours
This position will be based at either HDE’s Rockhampton, Gladstone or Emerald office. Candidates must live locally or be willing to relocate to Central Queensland.
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Alternate work arrangements can be discussed.
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Mechanical Project Engineer employer: HDE Engineering Design Professionals
HDE Engineers is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, allowing Electrical Engineers to take ownership of impactful projects across diverse sectors such as Local Government and Power Generation. With a focus on employee growth, HDE offers hands-on experience and the opportunity to develop in-house capabilities while working closely with experienced professionals in a dynamic environment located in Central Queensland.
Contact Details:
HDE Engineering Design Professionals Recruitment Team
