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Mott MacDonald • Brisbane, QLD, AU

Mechanical Engineer

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity

Due to exciting upcoming projects, we have an exciting opportunity for Mechanical Engineers to be part of our Buildings services team in QLD. You will be joining a diverse team of people who are passionate about what they do, with a proven track record of guiding our projects and clients, and leading the delivery across large reputed infrastructure projects.

You will:

  • Leading mechanical design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support.

  • Making independent engineering decisions on complex technical issues and project challenges.

  • Reviewing and approving calculations, specifications, schedules, reports and design documentation.

  • Managing project deliverables to agreed programme, budget and quality requirements.

  • Acting as the primary mechanical engineering interface with clients and project stakeholders.

  • Representing the business at client, design and construction coordination meetings.

  • Coordinating local, interstate and global design resources to deliver efficient project outcomes.

  • Undertaking site inspections, construction-phase services and technical issue resolution.

  • Providing technical governance and peer review for mechanical engineering deliverables.

  • Contributing to recruitment, workforce planning and capability development initiatives.

  • Supporting strategic planning, technical practice development and knowledge-sharing activities across the Building Services business.

  • Delivering proposals, fee estimates and technical inputs for pursuits and bids.

  • Promoting innovation, sustainability and digital engineering practices in project delivery.

About you

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

  • Chartered Engineer status (CPEng) or demonstrable pathway towards chartership preferred.

  • Significant experience in mechanical building services design within a consulting environment.

  • Experience delivering complex projects across sectors such as aviation, health, education, commercial, life sciences or major infrastructure-related buildings.

  • Strong understanding of NCC, Australian Standards, energy efficiency requirements, smoke control and ventilation design principles.

  • Experience with Revit/BIM-enabled design delivery and mechanical engineering analysis tools.

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

  • A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
  • A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
  • Comprehensive coverage including life and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
  • Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
  • Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

Employee Ownership

  • Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
  • Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
  • As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
  • Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

You’ve got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-RZ1

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Company benefits

Accrued annual leave
Adoption leave – 26 weeks full pay
Annual bonus
Annual pay rises
Bank holiday swaps
Bike parking
Book swaps
Buddy scheme
Buy or sell annual leave
Carer’s leave – up to 5 days, two of which are paid
Compassionate leave
Critical Illness Insurance
Cycle to work scheme
Dental coverage
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks full pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 2 weeks
Enhanced pension match/contribution – matched up to 7%
Enhanced sick pay
Ergonomic workstations
Eye Care Support – Eyecare vouchers
Faith rooms
Fully stocked snack cupboard
Further education support
Health assessment
In house training
Income protection
L&D budget
Learning platform
Life assurance
Life insurance – 4 x salary
Lunch and learns
Meditation space
Meditation space
Mentoring
Modern office
On-site shower
On-site yoga classes
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Pregnancy loss leave
Pregnancy support
Private booths
Private GP service – Private Medical care for all UK staff
Professional subscriptions – We pay for your primary professional annual subscription
Referral bonus
Religious celebration leave
Reservist leave – 10 days leave
Returnship
Salary sacrifice
Share options
Shared parental leave – We match up to 24 weeks full pay
Study support
Tax-free childcare
Teambuilding days
Theme park discounts
Travel loan
Women’s health leave
Menopause support
Women’s health support
Collaboration spaces

Working at Mott MacDonald

Company employees:

18,000 worldwide

Gender diversity (m:f:n-b):

0:35:65

Hiring in countries

Australia

Bulgaria

Canada

Colombia

Czechia

Germany

Hong Kong

India

Indonesia

Ireland

Italy

Japan

Malaysia

Awards & Accreditations

Best Employee Wellbeing

Top 5 - Best Employee Wellbeing

Flexa awards 2026
Best Career Progression

Top 10 - Best Career Progression

Flexa awards 2026
2nd - Best Career Progression

2nd - Best Career Progression

Flexa awards 2025
3rd - Most Family Friendly Company

3rd - Most Family Friendly Company

Flexa awards 2025
Most Flexible Company

Top 5 - Most Flexible Company

Flexa awards 2025
Best Work-Life Balance

Top 5 - Best Work-Life Balance

Flexa awards 2025
Best Workplace Culture

Best Workplace Culture

Flexa awards 2025

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