Project Engineer

11 hours ago

Adelaide SA, Australia KBR Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Title:

Project Engineer - Mechanical

  • Do you enjoy applying your technical expertise to lead and deliver complex mechanical projects with real-world impact?
  • Are you ready to make your mark on national defence by contributing to cutting-edge engineering solutions?
  • Do you thrive in collaborative environments where you connect with internal teams, defence clients, and contractors to drive project success?

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Engineer - Mechanical to support the management and integration of the specialist functional requirements for a diverse range of large mechanical equipment for a major defence project. This critical role is integral to ensuring the seamless integration of complex production & maintenance-oriented machinery into the base building design.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Management and integration of functional requirements for large mechanical equipment to be incorporated into the project.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical, mechanical, and structural engineers, to incorporate equipment into the project, across both of temporary and permanent works.
  • Coordinate the design and specification of ancillary systems such as gases, power, and utilities to meet equipment and operational needs.
  • Oversee the installation, commissioning, and performance validation of mechanical plant systems to meet project timelines and quality standards.
  • Work closely with project managers, engineering, and stakeholders to align equipment design and placement with overall project objectives.
  • Identify and address technical challenges during the design and implementation phases, proposing innovative solutions where required.
  • Maintain clear and regular communication with all stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective decision-making.

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
  • Experience within projects and industries involving plant and equipment, such as mining, water, gas or defence.
  • Demonstrable experience in integrating complex machinery into base building designs, including spatial, structural, and utility considerations.
  • Experience and interest in value engineering, delivering fit for purpose solutions to the customer
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to address challenges efficiently.
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder and design management skills in multidisciplined environments, capable of articulating technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
  • Candidates must hold Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain Defence clearance essential.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a high-performing, values-driven team.
  • Work on impactful projects that improve communities and support national infrastructure.
  • Enjoy a flexible and supportive workplace culture.
  • Access ongoing development opportunities to grow your career.

KBR Values:

Our KBR Values - We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, We Are a Team of Teams - embody our people centric organisation.

Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey.

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