Associate, Mechanical Engineer - Building Services
WSP in Australia
Building Services | Brisbane
We are seeking an experienced Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our Brisbane Building Services team. This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving the delivery of medium to large-scale projects across a diverse portfolio, including defence, commercial, health and transport.
This opportunity will suit a well-established consultant who enjoys leading projects, developing people and contributing to a high-performing, collaborative team, within a workplace that genuinely prioritises flexibility, trust and balance.
The Role
In This Role, You Will
- Lead the mechanical design and delivery of medium to large-scale building services projects
- Take ownership of project outcomes from concept through to construction
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers across the team
- Manage project scope, programme and budget, ensuring successful delivery outcomes
- Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams, architects and external stakeholders
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships and repeat work
- Review designs and documentation to ensure technical quality, compliance and constructability
You will contribute across a diverse portfolio spanning defence, commercial, health, education and transport, offering strong project variety and strategic input into key projects.
About You
Please note: Australian citizenship is required due to the nature of the projects.
You Will Bring
- 10–12+ years’ experience in mechanical building services engineering
- Proven experience leading medium to large-scale projects within a consultancy environment
- Strong technical capability across HVAC and mechanical systems
- Deep understanding of Australian Standards, NCC and authority requirements
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects, clients and multidisciplinary coordination
- Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing others
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, client-focused approach
Why You’ll Love Working Here
This is a workplace that genuinely trusts and empowers its people. You will be supported to lead, grow and shape your career while maintaining flexibility that works for you.
What You Can Expect
- A hybrid working model with genuine flexibility
- A supportive, inclusive and high-performing team culture
- Opportunities to lead high-impact, complex projects
- Strong technical leadership and knowledge sharing across the business
- Clear and achievable career progression at Associate level and beyond
- A strong focus on wellbeing, flexibility and long-term careers
You will be joining a Brisbane Building Services team where people are respected, supported and trusted, and where leadership and technical excellence go hand in hand.