Mechanical Engineer

3 hours ago

Adelaide, South Australia 98ed97f5-71d6-4c78-9bb5-651d1694d2d0 Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

HVAC Construction Project Design Engineer – Adelaide

Join a major player shaping South Australia's mechanical services market.

Your New Employer

For over a decade, Talon Recruitment Solutions has been proud to call this well-established HVAC construction and mechanical services contractor a valued client. With ongoing growth in the Adelaide market and a reputation built on quality, technical capability, and long-term relationships, they're now looking to strengthen their design and engineering team.

The Role

As a Mechanical Project Design Engineer, you'll be involved in design and construct HVAC projects across commercial and high-rise residential projects. Expect a role that's hands-on, technical, and central to project success.

You'll be responsible for
:

  • Participating in early tender and concept meetings
  • Completing heat load calculations, layouts, designs, and compliance checks
  • Translating conceptual ideas and value-engineering options into practical, efficient engineered systems
  • Reviewing documentation for buildability and quality
  • Working closely with builders, internal teams, and key project stakeholders

My client offers a genuinely inclusive environment—team BBQs, social events, a collaborative culture, and a workplace where asking questions and sharing ideas is encouraged.

What's in It for You

  • Competitive salary package (negotiated to attract top talent)
  • Company phone + laptop
  • Structured progression pathway supported by industry-leading mentors
  • A culture that invests in your development and celebrates initiative
  • The stability and backing of a national business

Selection Criteria

To be successful, you'll bring:

  • 2+ years post-grad Mechanical Design Engineer experience in HVAC (contractor or consultant background)
  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum 2 years of Australian HVAC mechanical engineering experience
  • Proficiency in MS Office, Bluebeam, Camel, and Revit
  • Strong communication skills and an easy ability to collaborate
  • High attention to detail and a clear understanding of mechanical contracting
  • The ability to juggle multiple projects and roll up your sleeves for both complex and simple tasks
  • A proactive, team-focused approach

How to Apply

If you are looking to join a great team that is fun to work with and exceptional at what they do and you meet the criteria above and currently have full working rights in Australia - press apply and you will be contacted for a confidential discussion. Start in January and make 2026 an amazing year for your career.

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