Wastewater Process Engineer, Water Utilities at Aurecongroup

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chemical Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, Process Modelling, Project Management, Technical Writing, Collaboration, Continuous Learning, Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Teamwork, Client Engagement, Infrastructure Design, Capacity Assessment, Business Case Development, Sustainability, Innovation

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Everything is an adventure for the curious mind. At Aurecon, we turn curiosity into real-world outcomes. Join us and use your expertise to foster innovation, navigate complexity with care, and co-create projects that deliver meaningful, lasting change. Your role As a Process Engineer (Wastewater) you'll guide purposeful work that supports the future of the Project Services Hub business. Collaborating with a diverse, multidisciplinary team, you’ll explore integrated solutions, offer thoughtful perspectives, and partner with clients to help them build a more sustainable world. What you’ll be doing As a Chemical/Process Engineer joining our QLD Water Team, you will play an integral part in a highly skilled team to engineer resilient and sustainable water infrastructure and non-infrastructure solutions. We know the work we do is vital in assisting our state’s and our world’s economic development and, it’s the technical expertise and the depth of knowledge of our people that really sets us apart. In your new role you will: Hold a tertiary qualification in Chemical Engineering (or equivalent). Be working towards achieving chartered status with Engineers Australia (or equivalent) and RPEQ. Have demonstrated experience in a similar position, ideally working on wastewater treatment plant performance assessment, capacity or design, process modelling, and the investment planning for water and wastewater infrastructure. Lead or contribute to successful teams to deliver challenging water and wastewater planning projects for our clients including Seqwater, Unitywater, Urban Utilities, and State and Federal Governments. Undertake and/or assist with the process design of water and wastewater treatment infrastructure, treatment plant capacity assessments and business case documentation. Produce high-quality technical outputs to meet client expectations including PFD’s, site layouts, mass balances, assessments, reports, specifications and presentations. Work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to deliver excellent project outcomes. Foster a culture of continuous learning by a commitment to your own ongoing learning and professional development. We know today's complex challenges can only be solved through bringing together diverse teams of people from across our business, so there will be opportunities for you to apply your skills and creativity to projects in other geographies and markets. What you’ll bring Firstly, you will share our genuine passion for re-imagining engineering and be someone that actively pursues continuous learning to help shape the future. You blend technical knowledge with empathy and big-picture thinking, and you will bring an analytical mindset as well as the ability to innovate and solve problems. You're someone who thrives in dynamic environments, builds meaningful connections, and is motivated by purposeful work. Additionally, you will showcase a can-do attitude and importantly be a strong team player who works well in an agile and collaborative environment. We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life. How we support your growth At Aurecon, no two career journeys are the same. We’ll support yours with a collaborative culture, learning experiences, and the flexibility to design your own path. We embrace difference, nurture belonging, and ensure every voice feels valued. What we offer • Flexible work • Extended parental leave and cultural leave flexibility • Wellbeing programs for you and your loved ones • Development pathways, mentoring, and personalised growth support Who we are At Aurecon, we’re curious adventurers. We view complexity as a space to listen, imagine, and grow. As Aureconeers, we’re practical dreamers who find inspiration in everyday moments. With over 7,000 professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, we work together to create positive impact for generations to come. Ready to join us? If this opportunity feels aligned with your strengths and aspirations, we’d love to connect with you. Should you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com. Apply now and begin the next step in your fulfilling journey with us. Our purpose is bringing ideas to life. Learn more about us on our website.

Responsibilities

As a Wastewater Process Engineer, you will guide projects that support the future of the Project Services Hub business, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to engineer sustainable water infrastructure. You will also contribute to the design and assessment of wastewater treatment facilities and produce high-quality technical outputs.