Senior Mechanical Engineer, Building Services, City of Port Phillip

We’re expanding our Mechanical team in Melbourne and are seeking an experienced

Senior Mechanical Engineer

ready to take ownership of project delivery and mentor developing engineers. If you're looking to step into a leadership role while working across a diverse portfolio of high‑impact projects —

we want to hear from you.

About the Opportunity Our Property&Buildings division is a global leader in technical and management consulting across all major sectors. In Melbourne, our Building Services team delivers complex projects spanning transport, defence, commercial, civic, and large‑scale infrastructure. You'll join a highly collaborative group of engineers, designers, and technical specialists who share knowledge freely and value innovative, sustainable solutions.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer plays a pivotal role in leading design packages, guiding junior engineers, and ensuring technical excellence across multidisciplinary coordination. You’ll contribute to shaping projects that influence Melbourne’s built environment for decades to come.

What You’ll Do In this senior role, you will:

Lead

small to medium‑scale mechanical building services projects

from concept through delivery

Produce and review mechanical design documentation to industry, commercial, and regulatory standards

Oversee design coordination across multidisciplinary teams

Support project planning to meet budget, scope, and program requirements

Undertake site inspections and ensure designs translate seamlessly to installation

Build strong client relationships and contribute to repeat business

Mentor, guide and upskill junior and intermediate engineers

Contribute to technical excellence and continuous improvement across the Mechanical discipline

About You You will bring:

6–10 years

experience in mechanical building services engineering

A degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering

Strong design capability across HVAC, ventilation, heating and associated systems

Experience working within Australian building services consultancies

Familiarity across multiple sectors (commercial, healthcare, education, labs, defence, aviation etc.)

Working knowledge of the BCA, NCC and relevant Australian Standards

Ability to lead small projects and coordinate with all building services disciplines

Strong communication skills and the ability to present confidently to clients and stakeholders

Registration or eligibility for relevant state engineering registers (advantageous)

Experience using design tools such as CAMEL, Revit MEP, NavisWorks (highly regarded)

Why Join Us

Hybrid work model—

2 days WFH + flexible hours

Extra purchased leave + generous parental leave

Salary Continuation Insurance

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Social club, wellness initiatives&corporate discounts

National and global mobility opportunities

Supportive, diverse and inclusive team culture

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can. Apply today.

#J-18808-Ljbffr