Senior Engineering Consultant

Senior Engineering Consultant – Inspections, Materials Engineering (Coopers Plains, Qld)

Fantastic permanent opportunity, join HRL and Shape the Future of Engineering

Are you passionate about solving complex materials challenges while contributing to the future of energy? Are you ready to take your engineering expertise to new heights and make a real impact in diverse industries? If you're a driven and experienced Materials Engineer looking for that next step in your career as a the Senior Engineering Consultant, then we have the perfect role for you

Company Overview

HRL Technology Group is a leading specialist engineering, laboratory, and testing consulting service. We are a specialist consulting company that partners with clients across the power, oil & gas, and mineral processing sectors, helping them optimise asset integrity and prepare for the energy transition. We always aim to enhance the technical and commercial performance of businesses in energy, resources, engineering, and manufacturing sectors across Australia and the Asia Pacific region. The company emphasizes a forward-thinking approach and commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

The Opportunity

As the Senior Engineering Consultant for Inspections with HRL within the Materials Engineering Group, you will be at the forefront of our ground-breaking projects, partnering with businesses to drive innovation, sustainability, performance, and efficiency. Your expertise and passion for engineering will be instrumental in shaping the future of industries that impact our daily lives.

This role will suit someone who thrives in a consulting environment, enjoys both hands-on inspection work and desktop technical studies, capable of mentoring junior Engineering Consultants, and motivated to support clients through operational and strategic challenges.

We are seeking applications for our Coopers Plains office in Queensland.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Senior Engineering Consultant – Inspections, you have technical knowledge/expertise and will work closely with fellow team members to deliver a suite of services in the field or laboratory, including, but not limited to:

• Lead and support materials engineering assessments across power stations, oil and gas facilities, and mineral processing plants.
• Provide expert input on damage mechanism, welding engineering matters, repair strategies, and fitness-for-service considerations.
• Undertake desktop research and technical studies, developing high-quality reports and recommendations for clients.
• Travel to client sites as required to perform inspections, assessments, and project support.
• Lead projects focused on flexible operations and energy transition, supporting clients in adapting to the evolving energy landscape.
• Engage with clients in a consulting capacity, delivering practical, value-driven solutions that align with their operational and strategic goals.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous development of the team's technical capability.

About you

You must have:

• A Bachelors or Master's degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Metallurgical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, and recognised by Engineers Australia and AICIP Inspection qualifications
• Minimum of one year of Inspection experience in Energy, Power, Oil and Gas
• Strong operational knowledge of power industry and/or oil and gas processing facilities, and/or mineral processing plants.
• Strong report-writing skills.
• Ability to balance site-based inspections with desktop research and analysis.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for project delivery.
• Strong interest in supporting clients through flexible operations and energy transition initiatives.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.

You will also have:

• A commitment to safe work practices
• An energetic and flexible approach.
• An ability to work as part of a team, sharing knowledge and information
• Practical problem-solving skill
• A sound knowledge of the Microsoft Suite of packages
• A willingness and ability to travel domestically and overseas, as required
• A valid Australian Driver's Licence
• Current legal working rights in Australia

The following will be viewed favourably:

• Previous experience in a consulting environment with strong client facing roles
• Experience with conducting fatigue and creep life assessments, risk-based inspection
• Condition assessment and remaining life calculation experience
• Understanding of welding processes, inspection methods, and repair strategies

Why Join Us:

• Work on diverse and technically challenging projects across multiple industries
• Contribute to meaningful energy transition projects shaping the future of operations.
• Be part of a supportive consulting team of industry experts with opportunities for growth and mentoring
• Career growth and development opportunities to nurture your professional journey.
• Competitive salary and benefits package. Remuneration will be based on experience.
• A modern and inclusive work environment that values creativity and innovation, and great coffee.
• Flexible working arrangements by mutual agreement.

Join Us Today

If you're passionate about engineering and want to be part of a team that shapes the future, submit your application now. Visit our website at to learn more about our exciting projects and how we are making a difference in the world of engineering.

Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in Coopers Plains, Qld. Apply NOW via Seek. We can't wait to welcome you aboard the HRL team. Let's build a brighter future together

Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.