Process & Mechanical Engineer (w/ water and wastewater treatment industry exp. l Hybrid set up)

Job Description:

Process Engineering and Technical Design:

• Develop process design solutions for water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Undertake process calculations, equipment sizing and hydraulic assessments.
• Develop and review process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and process layouts.
• Prepare technical specifications, design reports, process descriptions and engineering documentation.
• Assess treatment technologies and identify opportunities to improve treatment performance, efficiency and operational reliability.
• Provide technical input into biological, chemical and physical treatment processes.

Mechanical Engineering and Equipment Selection:

• Undertake mechanical assessments and equipment selection for treatment systems.
• Review pump duties, performance curves and hydraulic calculations.
• Develop equipment schedules, piping specifications and valve schedules.
• Prepare and review technical specifications for pumps, blowers, mixers, filtration systems, DAF units and other process equipment.
• Review supplier proposals and assess equipment suitability against project requirements.
• Identify mechanical design issues and coordinate appropriate technical solutions.

Project Delivery and Engineering Coordination:

• Provide technical support throughout project development and execution.
• Coordinate with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and external engineering consultants.
• Review engineering drawings, technical submissions and design documentation.
• Support procurement activities, including preparation of RFQs, technical evaluations and supplier clarifications.
• Assist with construction queries, design changes and technical problem-solving during project execution.
• Provide technical support during installation, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate with relevant engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project outcomes.

Tendering and Commercial Support:

• Review tender documentation, technical specifications and scopes of work.
• Prepare technical inputs for proposals, tenders and project submissions.
• Develop equipment lists, quantities and technical schedules to support cost estimates.
• Identify equipment, installation, testing and commissioning requirements.
• Assist with supplier pricing, technical comparisons and procurement recommendations.
• Identify technical risks, scope gaps and potential project delivery constraints.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Participate in technical discussions and project meetings with clients.
• Present technical solutions and explain engineering recommendations.
• Respond to technical queries and provide practical recommendations.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, suppliers and project partners.
• Identify opportunities for additional services and improvements within existing projects.

Quality, Compliance and Continuous Improvement:

• Ensure technical documentation is prepared and maintained to appropriate quality standards.
• Work in accordance with applicable Australian standards, regulatory requirements and project specifications.
• Support quality assurance and document control processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, design efficiency and project outcomes.
• Coordinate with appropriately registered engineering professionals where certification or professional sign-off is required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately five years experience in process engineering, water or wastewater treatment, or a related industry.
• Demonstrated experience in water and wastewater treatment process design.
• Experience in pump selection, hydraulic calculations and mechanical equipment assessment.
• Experience with P&IDs, process layouts and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of treatment technologies and process calculations.
• Ability to review technical drawings, equipment schedules and supplier submissions.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple projects.
• Strong technical writing, communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with industrial wastewater treatment and water reuse projects.
• Experience with sludge treatment and dewatering systems.
• Experience in project delivery, site coordination, testing and commissioning.
• Experience preparing technical proposals, tenders and cost estimates.
• Exposure to anaerobic digestion, biogas, DAF, biological treatment and membrane treatment systems.
• Familiarity with Australian water industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with engineering design and process simulation software.

Key Attributes:

• Strong technical and analytical capability.
• Practical, solutions-focused approach to engineering challenges.
• Commercially aware, with an understanding of project scope, budgets and delivery timeframes.
• Proactive and accountable, with the ability to take ownership of technical deliverables.
• Comfortable working in a small, collaborative consulting environment.
• Adaptable and willing to contribute across different areas of the business.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.