Principal Hydraulic Engineer at Aecom USA

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hydraulic Engineering, Design Sign Off, Task Assignment, Cost Effective Solutions, Client Relationship Management, Stakeholder Consultation, Rainwater Harvesting, Sanitary Plumbing, Drainage, Trade Waste Drainage, Water Reticulation, Hot Water Systems, Energy Efficient Heating, Solar Hot Water Heating, Specialist Water Systems, Revit

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description “I work for AECOM because we cover a broad engineering landscape which challenges our engineering and consultancy skills through the best projects. The depth of skill and knowledge across the regions means anything is possible.” – Lana Duboka - Sector Manager, Building Engineering Come grow with us. Our global portfolio of work comprises the design of iconic and award-winning buildings and landscapes. From strategic planning through to project realisation, the connections we make among people and place provide sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve. We place a premium on investing in digital capabilities and innovations which bring a unique consistency and efficiency to our scalable work. Together with our clients, we are working to evolve and elevate the built environment across sectors including social infrastructure, transit, technology and logistics, and commercial and corporate real estate, while focusing on solutions that promote long term health and wellbeing for all. Everyone belongs at AECOM We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer. Job Description Due to strategic growth, we are looking for a Principal level Hydraulic Engineer to join our Building Engineering team, based in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane. How you’ll make a difference: Act as Hydraulics lead on projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary Engineers on major projects whilst developing and mentoring junior engineers within the business. Sign off on designs and calculations and assign tasks to junior engineers. Use your technical knowledge and experience to provide cost effective solutions to clients on a range of projects. Use your experience to deliver projects and manage client relationships, consulting with various stakeholders on key project drivers to determine the best hydraulic solutions. Support the national Hydraulics team on a variety of projects, varying in size, giving your exposure to working with senior engineers in the field, enhancing your skill set and technical knowledge Be involved with a variety of design services including; rainwater harvesting, sanitary plumbing and drainage, trade waste drainage, potable and non-potable water reticulation, hot and warm water systems, energy efficient and solar hot water heating, specialist water systems (reverse osmosis and demineralized) and water efficient designs. Qualifications The qualities that help you thrive: The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. Ideally, 12 + years’ experience preferably working within a consulting environment with exposure to Australian standards and codes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at varying levels of seniority on projects. Relevant TAFE Qualification or Engineering Degree alongside RPEV. Full working knowledge of the MS Office suite with exposure to relevant industry software (Revit knowledge preferred, not essential) Due to the project requirements of this role, Australian Citizenship (or on the pathway) is highly preferred. Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us: Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. State/Province: Victoria Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Melbourne, VIC - Collins Square

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Responsibilities

The Principal Hydraulic Engineer will act as the hydraulics lead on projects, collaborating across disciplines, developing, and mentoring junior engineers, and signing off on designs and calculations. They will use technical expertise to provide cost-effective solutions, manage client relationships, and consult with stakeholders to determine optimal hydraulic solutions.