Senior and Principal Mechanical Engineers

1 week ago


Adelaide, South Australia WGA (Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec) Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

About Us
WGA is an Australian and New Zealand company like no other - we are owned by our employees, loved by our long-term clients and have deep roots in our communities. With a team of over 700 people, WGA provides a rich, diverse, and empowered workplace, and offers you a chance to work alongside some of the best in the business. We empower our engineers and designers to think outside the square and dare to be different in their delivery of tailored design engineering solutions across the Buildings, Transport, Water, Urban Development, Ports and Marine, Energy, Defence and Resources sectors.

WGA offers an outstanding working environment that fosters and supports mutual learning, respect, dignity, cultural openness, and an appreciation of differing perspectives and backgrounds. We strive to offer inspiring career paths and a selection of fantastic employee benefits.

About Our Role
For more than 19 years, WGA has been delivering a broad range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects for utilities, local government clients and contractors. Due to a rapidly growing list of exciting new opportunities across multiple regions we are looking to increase our delivery capability with the addition of a Principal Engineer to be based in our Adelaide office.

  • Deliver the detailed design of a broad range of water and waste projects including pipelines, pump stations, treatment facilities and managed aquifer recharge schemes.
  • Provide technical mentoring to junior and mid-level engineers.
  • Ensure design compliance with relevant standards, codes, and environmental regulations.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable solutions.
  • Review and approve technical documentation, drawings, and specifications.
  • Engage with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project alignment and success.

About You

  • Tertiary Qualifications in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
  • 7+ years' experience delivering engineering solutions for water/wastewater infrastructure projects
  • Chartered Engineer status (CPEng or equivalent)
  • Strong understanding of Australian water industry standards and sustainability practices.
  • Consulting experience (desirable)
  • Proven track record of technical leadership and mentoring.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • A positive and proactive attitude with the ability to get involved and lead others, whilst contributing to a vibrant team.
  • Up for the challenge of contributing to growing our water business across Australia.

About working with us:
At WGA we believe a diverse workplace fosters unique and progressive ideas and drives our culture of learning and sharing knowledge. We encourage all to apply because whatever your background you can progress your career and enjoy the benefits that only a privately owned organisation can offer.

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