Mechanical Design Engineer

Just imagine your future with us…

At Aurecon, we see the future through a very different lens. Do you?

Innovation, eminence and digital are at the heart of everything we do. Are you excited about the future?

Are you driven by the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and complex projects around the world and to learn from the best? We are.

Diversity is at the core of everything we do. We work together to create a culture based on respect, trust, and inclusiveness. Our differences are what fuel our creativity.

What will you do?

In this position, you will join our Buildings team as Mechanical Design Engineer, focusing on mechanical design for data centers within the broader building services context. You will be an integral part of a team of highly skilled specialists that 'bring ideas to life' for our clients across various projects. We know the work we do is vital in assisting our world's economic development, and the technical expertise and depth of knowledge of our people really sets us apart. Here are the key things you will do to 'bring ideas to life':

• Lead and execute detailed mechanical design for data center projects, focusing on HVAC, cooling, and related building services systems, ensuring designs meet client requirements and compliance standards.
• Develop and analyze mechanical designs to ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations, particularly those specific to data centers.
• Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary project teams including engineers and designers to deliver high-quality design outcomes.
• Prepare technical specifications, reports, and design documentation supporting project delivery.
• Support troubleshooting and design reviews throughout project phases to maintain design integrity and project success.
• Engage with clients to understand their mechanical design needs and contribute technical input in design discussions.
• Assist in project scheduling and coordination under guidance of project managers to meet deadlines and budget expectations.
• Utilize BIM tools such as Revit, Autodesk Navisworks, and BIM360 for design development, model coordination, and issue resolution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by staying current with innovative, energy-efficient, and sustainable mechanical design practices.
• Support the mentoring and development of junior mechanical engineers in design best practices and project workflows.

What can you bring to the team?

Firstly, you will share our genuine passion for re-imagining engineering and be someone that actively pursues continuous learning to help shape the future. You will also need the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 10+ years of professional experience in building services mechanical design, preferably with data center experience and within a consulting environment.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical systems design, with a solid understanding of HVAC and cooling solutions used in data centers.
• Proactive, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, BIM360) and digital design tools to navigate and coordinate multidisciplinary models.
• Interest in innovative, energy-efficient, and sustainable design solutions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and contribute effectively under supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Our
Aurecon Attributes
define our way of being – they are a collection of qualities that makes us who we are. Individually and collectively, they unleash the true power of Aurecon, they make us stand out from the crowd and are critical to our success. We don't expect you to have all eight of the attributes, but one that is unique to you. To find out what your key attribute is, take the test here

We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life. Does that sound like you?

About Us

Headquartered in Australia, Aurecon is one of the leading international engineering, design and advisory company that brings vital engineering experience, technical capabilities, and design expertise to an extensive range of markets.

Over the last 85 years, our team of more than 7,800 experts located in 11 locations across the globe have collaborated with our clients and partners to reimagine, shape and engineer clever, innovative and sustainable solutions to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.

In Asia, where the region is undergoing rapid transformation in areas of sustainability, digital and infrastructure, we lead by being innovative, flexible and nimble. We embrace design-led thinking – an approach that is guided by digital engineering, the user experience and sustainability – ensuring that the work we do is future ready and leaves a legacy for the next generation.

Think engineering. Think again.