Associate Mechanical Engineer

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We have a unique and exciting opportunity to join our Water team in Sydney as an Associate Mechanical Engineer – Water. In this position, you’ll be responsible for leading the delivery of mechanical engineering services at the concept design phase as part of Sydney Water’s Planning Partnership. This role will be required to lead and manage challenging and complex water and wastewater projects throughout the planning and concept design phase of projects. This role will need to work as part of a partnership environment, working directly and collaborating with our partners and clients directly as an integrated team.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

The Opportunity

•    Provide mentoring and support for other engineers working within the Sydney Water concept design team.
•    Assist in building opportunities to allow growth of the mechanical engineering discipline in the water sector.
•    Set and meet agreed budgets and deadlines.  In addition, this role may be accountable for managing the financial performance of specified areas.
•    Responsible for the development and implementation of longer-term strategic plans that will benefit the business.
•    Responsible for recruitment, appraisals, performance development, morale and motivation of staff/team within their own discipline as required.

Is this role right for you?

•    Ideally the individual successful in securing this role will be a chartered engineer who can provide support to others going through the process with Engineers Australia.
•    Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in mechanical engineering or similar area.
•    Relevant mechanical engineering experience delivering concept and detailed designs across the water sector within a consulting business environment.
•    Preferably achieve M4 competency status within Sydney Water’s Competency Requirements, with the ability to take on a verifier role. M3 status may also be accepted.  
•    Proven ability to uphold high standards in work, meticulously reviewing all aspects to ensure accuracy and completeness.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. 
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:

•    Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours. 
•    Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
•    Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer. 
•    Birthday leave
•    Annual leave loading
•    Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
•    International mobility opportunities
•    Insurances (life & income protection)
•    Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans  
•    Novated car lease

Different People, Shared Values 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. 
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact vicky.bruton@arup.com

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. 

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