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Principal mechanical engineer/capability lead

Brisbane
Concentis
Mechanical Engineer
Posted: 11 February
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Overview

You will be joining a specialist engineering consultancy that supports infrastructure asset owners across mining, energy, water and industrial plant sectors. This role sits at principal level and is designed for someone who wants to stay close to the technical work while also playing a key role in developing people and capability across the mechanical discipline. The position is based in [insert location] and supports projects across Australia.

In this role, you will provide strong technical leadership on complex mechanical engineering challenges, applying sound judgement to deliver practical, buildable outcomes. Beyond project work, you will take responsibility for guiding how mechanical engineering is delivered — supporting standards, mentoring engineers, and creating an environment where people feel supported, challenged and proud of their work.

This opportunity suits an engineer who enjoys balancing deep technical involvement with leading others. Flexibility is a genuine part of the role, with a focus on outcomes rather than time spent at a desk.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and review complex mechanical engineering designs
* Provide technical guidance and engineering judgement
* Coach, mentor and support junior and developing engineers
* Contribute to mechanical standards and delivery approaches
* Work closely with contractors, partners and internal teams
* Build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders

About you

* Proven background across infrastructure environments
* Strong experience in mechanical systems, pumps and piping
* Experience across feasibility, FEED and detailed design phases
* Genuine interest in mentoring and developing engineers
* Collaborative leadership style with strong technical credibility
* Comfortable engaging with clients as a trusted advisor

Why Join this Project?

* Remain hands-on in a senior technical engineering role
* Play a key role in developing people and engineering capability
* Help shape how mechanical engineering is delivered
* Contribute to significant infrastructure programs
* Work with a practical, down-to-earth team
* Access real flexibility focused on results

If this sounds like you, please apply with your CV and we will be in touch accordingly.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

We welcome and support all applicants, from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and impairments, and people from different cultural and religious backgrounds.

Concentis and the partners we work with, are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to ensuring a working environment where everyone feels included and is treated fairly with respect and equal consideration.

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