Associate, Mechanical Engineer (Queensland)

Job Summary As an Associate Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in the delivery of technically complex building services projects while providing leadership, mentorship, and project direction within a collaborative design environment. You will manage medium‑sized, complex projects with a high degree of independence, contribute to technical excellence across the portfolio, and build trusted relationships with clients and external stakeholders. Responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical services project delivery from initial concept development through to fully detailed design.
- Undertake or oversee heating and cooling load calculations, prepare HVAC layouts and coordinate drafting, prepare equipment selections, conduct compliance reviews, and develop technical specifications.
- Handle complex system‑level design tasks with a high degree of independence.
- Apply strong engineering knowledge and collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines.
- Coordinate mechanical requirements with other disciplines involved in the project design team.
- Provide construction administration services.
- Manage medium‑sized, complex projects including financial tracking of project performance and seeking project variations as required.
- Actively participate in business development initiatives and contribute to proposals as Project Lead where appropriate.
- Adapt to handle changing priorities and respond systematically to critical situations.
- Assist in training junior staff and reviewing their work.
- Support design certification sign‑off and maintain strong relationships with external project stakeholders. Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years of experience designing mechanical systems within the building services industry, with relevant design experience in HVAC systems.
- Australian Qualifications Framework – Bachelor Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
- Ability to read architectural, structural, electrical drawings with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of thermal / heat load modelling and calculations.
- Strong engineering fundamentals and ability to work independently and take accountability for technical outcomes.
- Demonstrated capability in multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination.
- Organized and effective team member, able to delegate.
- Experience working directly in Revit and producing coordinated, high‑quality design documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Robust interpersonal skills with a mentoring mindset.
- Proactive, commercially aware approach with interest in business growth. Benefits
- Comprehensive total rewards package including medical, disability, life insurance (varies by country), continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program, and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. Introba is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r7j11