Senior Mechanical Engineer, Building Services

Hydra Search — Australia · Posted ~19 hours ago

Senior

Skills

Mechanical engineering Building services HVAC Heating and cooling systems Ventilation Mechanical design Design calculations Technical documentation Building codes and standards Project delivery Consultant coordination

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A senior mechanical engineering role requiring at least five years of building-services experience. You will design and specify HVAC, heating, cooling and ventilation systems, prepare calculations and technical documentation, coordinate multidisciplinary consultants, support projects through construction and handover, and mentor junior engineers.

Highlights

Play a key role in designing and delivering mechanical building services across varied projects, from concept and detailed design through construction and handover. The role includes multidisciplinary collaboration, site exposure, technical responsibility, mentoring, and participation in design reviews and value engineering.

Description

Hydra Search are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the building services industry to join a growing team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the design and delivery of mechanical systems across a variety of projects, contributing to both concept and detailed design phases. Key Responsibilities Design and specification of mechanical building services systems (HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, etc.)Preparation of detailed design calculations, drawings, and technical reportsSupport project delivery from concept through to construction and handoverCoordinate with internal teams (electrical, sustainability) and external consultants (architects, structural engineers, contractors)Attend site meetings and inspections as requiredEnsure compliance with relevant building codes, standards, and regulationsParticipate in project reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering workshopsMentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative team environment Requirements Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a building services consultancy or related environmentSolid understanding of mechanical systems in the built environmentExperience using relevant design and calculation software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, IES, Hevacomp, etc.)Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in multidisciplinary teams If you're interested in learning more, please apply via the job ad with your updated CV and contact details *Only Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be considered* Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly