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, defence 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.

The opportunity

Join our growing Systems Engineering & Integration team in Adelaide and help clients turn complex needs into integrated, assured and operationally ready solutions. We welcome experienced systems engineers from a range of industries, whether you bring deep expertise in a particular discipline or experience across the full systems lifecycle.

You will work on complex infrastructure and technology projects across sectors such as water, energy, transport, defence and the built environment. Depending on your expertise, you may lead work across requirements management, systems architecture, interface management, integration planning, verification and validation, assurance, testing and commissioning, and operational readiness.

Our approach brings these activities together through five connected pillars: Realising Requirements, Staged Integration, Holistic Proving, Progressive Assurance and Operational Integration. This helps clients maintain alignment from the original need through to an integrated solution that is supported by evidence and ready for operation.

As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will shape systems engineering approaches, lead and influence multidisciplinary teams, and provide trusted technical advice to clients. You will also help develop our people and capability, contribute to the growth of our Adelaide team, and collaborate with national and global specialists.

About you

• A degree in engineering, science or another relevant discipline, with demonstrated experience applying systems engineering to complex projects.
• Deep expertise in one or more areas of the systems engineering lifecycle, or broad experience across the lifecycle.
• Experience leading systems engineering activities and influencing outcomes across multidisciplinary teams and organisations.
• The ability to manage requirements, interfaces, change, complexity and technical risk.
• Confidence engaging with clients and communicating complex issues clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A practical and collaborative approach to developing clear, defensible and evidence-based engineering outcomes.

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

• Experience with recognised systems engineering standards, methods, digital engineering or requirements management tools.
• Membership of INCOSE, SESA, Engineers Australia or another relevant professional association.
• Chartered status or INCOSE certification.
• An Australian Government Security Clearance, or eligibility to obtain one, as some projects may require this.

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.

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:

• Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
• Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
• Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development

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