Mechanical Engineer - Water

Mott MacDonald New Zealand is a team of experts who thrive on sharing success in delivering remarkable projects such as Christchurch’s Te Kaha Stadium, Lake Onslow Pumped Hydro Scheme Feasibility, Seascape Tower, Auckland Airport upgrades, and numerous complex wastewater treatment plants across New Zealand, including Snells Beach Wastewater Treatment Plant.

The Role: What Will You Do?

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a passion for project delivery to join our Auckland Water team.

In this role, you will focus on project delivery, coordinating and contributing to the design of various projects, including large municipal wastewater and water treatment plants, commercial onsite treatment systems, community treatment plants, and industrial trade waste treatment systems.

As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will assist in managing and coordinating the preparation of concept and detailed designs for work packages. Your responsibilities will include developing and delivering these packages while working closely with Senior Engineers and technical leaders.  Your deliverables will include technical and commercial specifications, drawings, and schedules on a range of projects.

Joining Mott MacDonald offers exciting opportunities to work with industry-leading professionals on a diverse range of pump stations, water and wastewater treatment, and sludge projects. You will also have the opportunity to build relationships with our global specialists to support your growth, nurture key client relationships, oversee project management, and mentor staff.

About You:

• A passion for coordinating and supporting others and delivering high-quality water and wastewater treatment projects for our communities.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and guide key stakeholders.
• Experience in delivering water, wastewater, and industrial treatment projects, with expertise in mechanical engineering for both new and existing treatment plants, pump stations, chemical systems, and other mechanical installations.
• A degree in mechanical engineering and Chartered Engineering status (or progress towards it)

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global consultancy that is growing and making significant strides in the local market. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-growing business with an organisation that is shaping the communities in which we live, we encourage you to apply for this position and join our world-class consultancy.

We offer all the benefits that come from working in a global consultancy, including:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work arrangements
• Enhanced KiwiSaver contributions
• Ongoing professional support
• Career development opportunities
• The chance to work on key projects

We are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, promotes teamwork, and embraces sustainability.

If you don't tick every box in this ad, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, and integrity. If this role resonates with you, please send through your application.

You’ve got this! Join us in making a positive impact on our communities and the environment.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.