Mechanical Project Engineer

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Junior
Utilities
The Role
Manage and coordinate mechanical work packages for a site-based hybrid power project in regional Queensland. Responsibilities include reviewing designs, coordinating subcontractors and trades, managing procurement and construction schedules, monitoring cost, quality and progress, controlling risks and variations, supporting commissioning, and ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and HSE requirements. The role operates on a 2/1 FIFO/DIDO roster and involves stakeholder coordination across engineering, construction and client teams.
Summary Generated by Built In

Bring your energy to Aggreko as Mechanical Project Engineer based in regional Queensland.
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join our project delivery team delivering hybrid power on a major mine development project in regional Queensland. This is a site-based role working a 2/1 roster, with travel arranged from Brisbane.

Reporting to the Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of mechanical works packages, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, safety standards, and project schedules.

Benefits:

  • Opportunity to be pivotal in the delivery of a land mark Renewable Power Project
  • Competitive compensation – Base Salary + Site Uplift + Super +Bonus
  • Safety-focused culture
  • A range of career development opportunities

               

What you’ll do as Mechanical Project Engineer;

  •  Manage and coordinate mechanical scope of works, including structural/mechanical infrastructure installation, piping, generators and associated fuel systems. Liaise and coordinate with other disciplines (civil, electrical etc.)
  • Review and interpret mechanical design documentation, drawings, and specifications
  • Coordinate subcontractors and mechanical trades to ensure works are delivered safely, on program, and to specification
  • Prepare and manage mechanical work packages, including scopes of work, procurement, and construction schedules
  • Liaise with client representatives, engineers, designers and other project stakeholders
  • Monitor and report on progress, cost, and quality against project targets
  • Identify and manage project risks, variations, and changes in scope
  • Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including liaison with commissioning engineers
  • Ensure compliance with relevant Australian Standards, engineering codes, and site-specific HSE requirements
  • Contribute to the development of construction methodologies and ITPs for mechanical works
  • Participate in site safety inductions, toolbox talks, and incident investigations as required

You are:

  • Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (Degree or Advanced Diploma)
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a mechanical project engineering role within construction, mining, or heavy industrial environments
  • Demonstrated experience delivering fixed plant, structural/mechanical, or piping installation works on greenfield or brownfield sites desirable.
  • Strong understanding of relevant Australian Standards and mechanical safety requirements (lifting, pressure equipment, isolation procedures)
  • Experience working with EPC or construction contractors on resource sector projects highly regarded
  • Proficient in MS Office and document control systems.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Valid driver's license; willingness to travel and work FIFO/DIDO on a 2/1 roster initially (subject to change).
  • Current Construction Induction (White Card); mine-specific site inductions can be completed prior to start

Our people are can-do, positive, resilient and persistent. If that feels like you, apply now and build your career with the people bringing energy to the world.
 

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Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Skills Required

  • Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, such as a degree or advanced diploma
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a mechanical project engineering role within construction, mining or heavy industrial environments
  • Experience delivering fixed plant, structural/mechanical or piping installation works on greenfield or brownfield sites
  • Strong understanding of relevant Australian Standards and mechanical safety requirements, including lifting, pressure equipment and isolation procedures
  • Experience working with EPC or construction contractors on resource sector projects
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document control systems
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Valid driver's license
  • Willingness to travel and work FIFO/DIDO on an initial 2/1 roster
  • Current Construction Induction White Card

Aggreko Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aggreko and has not been reviewed or approved by Aggreko.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as broad, including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability, and an EAP, with wellness incentives highlighted. Practical extras like company‑paid safety gear further support frontline roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time‑off options include paid holidays and PTO, plus two paid volunteer days in North America. This expands leave beyond standard vacation.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Incentive programs include annual bonus opportunities and role‑linked earnings that can materially lift take‑home pay in certain months or seasons. Field and sales contexts, as well as overtime eligibility, can enhance total compensation.

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The Company
HQ: Glasgow
7,898 Employees
Year Founded: 1962

What We Do

Welcome to the Aggreko LinkedIn page. As the global leader in temporary power, temperature control and energy solutions, we enable our customers to achieve their goals through a range of innovative, flexible, class-leading modular solutions. Utilising the latest technologies, we combine innovative thinking with our sector knowledge to deliver the best results; where, when and for as long as needed. Are you thinking about a career at Aggreko? Working at Aggreko is more than just a job. We care about the people who work with us and want to ensure that our employees have a fulfilling career, work in a safe environment, are happy and share our values. We encourage all our employees to expand their skills and knowledge, so you are able to grow and become the future of our business. We welcome employees from all backgrounds, disciplines and abilities, to assist us in achieving our global goals. So are you ready to join a team of great people? Get in touch

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