Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

It’s easy to take water for granted, but at CMP we don’t. It’s essential for life, and it’s a resource that is only getting scarcer. We love that we get to use our engineering and project management skills to make water supplies available, fit for purpose, and sustainable for future generations. If this sounds like something that you’d like to be a part of, read on.

About Us

We are CMP Consulting Group Pty Ltd. We are part of Vysarn Ltd (ASX:VYS), a growing network of businesses focused on integrated water and infrastructure services. We are leaders in the water industry, and we are passionate about the impact we can have for Australian communities through our work. Everything we do, we do to provide excellent, long-lasting outcomes for our clients and the customers that we serve. We create value for our clients and our staff by challenging the status quo that is offered by multi-national consultancies.

About the role

We have an excellent opportunity for a senior mechanical engineer to join our team.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at CMP Consulting Group, you will play a key role in delivering high quality mechanical engineering solutions for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, while providing technical leadership within the mechanical team.

What will you be doing?

• Leading mechanical design for water and wastewater projects, including pumping systems, pipework, valves, treatment plant equipment, ventilation systems, and associated mechanical infrastructure.
• Undertaking and reviewing complex engineering calculations, designs and technical assessments, and providing authoritative technical advice to Clients and project teams.
• Managing and leading mechanical engineering inputs on projects, including scope definition, programme, quality, and coordination with other disciplines.
• Preparing and reviewing detailed technical documentation, design reports, specifications, schedules, and drawings to a high professional standard.
• Providing technical guidance, mentoring and supervision to junior and intermediate mechanical engineers, including design reviews and support for professional development.
• Contributing to the technical development of the mechanical team, including development of standards, templates, design approaches, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Colloborating with civil, electrical, process, and structural engineers to successfully deliver multi discipline projects.
• Liaising directly with Clients, Contractors, and key stakeholders, representing CMP in a professional and technically robust manner.
• Supporting project delivery and business development activities, including input to proposals, fee estimates, and project planning where required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 7–15 years’ experience in mechanical engineering consultancy, with a strong focus on the water and wastewater industry.
• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Proven experience delivering mechanical design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Australia.
• Demonstrated ability to lead mechanical packages or projects, working autonomously while supporting broader project teams.
• Strong capability in providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.
• A practical, solutions focused approach to engineering design and problem solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience dealing directly with Clients and stakeholders.
• Eligibility for professional registration (e.g. RPEV, RPEQ, CPEng, or equivalent).
• Based in Melbourne.

Why work at CMP?

Work/life balance: flexible working hours, part- or full-time work, hybrid office/work-from-home arrangements, paid parental leave, purchased leave options;

Culture: client and community-focused, inclusive of all, fun and relational connection, and access to decision-makers, with a focus on wellbeing, safety, and health;

Career advancement: develop leadership skills in a growing business, paid EA membership, support to achieve and maintain charterships; peer-to-peer training through in-house CMP University program, all expenses paid industry events;

Variety: involvement in master planning to detailed design, design and construct partnerships, and asset management, working across a diverse client base;

Impact: get involved with an award-winning leader in social procurement with initiatives supporting Aboriginal businesses, women in STEM, and carbon and sustainability.

We care about where we’re going—the outcomes of our work on people and planet—and how we get there—putting safety and wellbeing first and always helping each other out.

To find out more, visit our website, https://cmpgroup.com.au/ or refer to our LinkedIn page, https://www.linkedin.com/company/cmp-consulting-group-pty-ltd/

Check out our YouTube video to hear more about what it’s like to work at CMP. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPo5RMFyRew

How to apply?

We are actively recruiting for this role and will commence shortlisting applicants immediately. If you are interested in applying for this role, do not hesitate, and apply now!

Recruiters, please note that unsolicited CVs will not be accepted on this occasion.