Overview
HRL Technology Group is a leading specialist engineering, laboratory, and testing consulting service. We partner with clients across power, oil & gas, mineral processing, energy, engineering, cement, pulp and paper, and other manufacturing industries. HRL offers premium consulting and testing services to help clients use energy efficiently while satisfying commercial, environmental and sustainability requirements.
Current Open Positions
Experienced or Senior Materials Engineer
Fantastic permanent opportunity, join HRL and Shape the Future of Engineering!
Are you passionate about solving complex materials challenges while contributing to the future of energy? If you’re driven to apply your engineering expertise across diverse industries, we have the perfect role for you. This role is based at our Mulgrave, VIC head office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support materials engineering assessments across power stations, oil and gas facilities, and mineral processing plants.
- Provide expert input on damage mechanisms, welding engineering matters, repair strategies, and fitness-for-service considerations.
- Undertake desktop research and technical studies, developing high-quality reports and recommendations for clients.
- Travel to client sites as required to perform inspections, assessments, and project support.
- Contribute to projects focused on flexible operations and energy transition, supporting clients in adapting to the evolving energy landscape.
- Engage with clients in a consulting capacity, delivering practical, value-driven solutions that align with their goals.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the team’s technical capability development.
About you
You must have:
- A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Metallurgical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, recognised by Engineers Australia.
- Minimum 5 years proven industry experience.
- Strong operational knowledge of power, oil and gas facilities, and/or mineral processing plants.
- Ability to balance site-based inspections with desktop research and analysis.
- Willingness to travel for project delivery.
- Interest in supporting clients through flexible operations and energy transition initiatives.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.
You will also have:
- Energetic and flexible approach; ability to work as part of a team.
- Practical problem-solving skills.
- A sound knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and overseas, as required.
- Valid Australian driver’s licence and current working rights in Australia.
Why Join Us :
- Work on diverse and technically challenging projects across multiple industries.
- Contribute to energy transition projects shaping the future of operations.
- Supportive consulting team with opportunities for growth and mentoring.
- Career growth and development opportunities; competitive salary and benefits.
- Contemporary and inclusive work environment with creativity and innovation.
- Flexible working arrangements by mutual agreement.
Application information
If you’re passionate about engineering and want to shape the future, submit your application. Details at Please note: due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Graduate Engineer Roles (Process/Materials/Chemical) – Queensland
12 months graduate program with potential transition into a full-time consultancy role
Overview
HRL seeks graduates in Materials, Process or Chemical Engineering for our Coopers Plains, Qld office. This is a graduate program designed to begin your career in engineering
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver projects at client sites under supervision.
- Contribute to desktop engineering work including report writing and project documentation.
- Engage with clients to understand requirements and scope technical work.
- Assist with project plans, cost estimates, proposals, and client deliverables.
- Develop technical expertise and progressively contribute to independent projects.
About you
You must have or be in final year of a degree in Process, Materials or Chemical Engineering; strong technical and problem-solving skills; good communication; and willingness to work in field and office environments.
You will also have:
- Team-oriented, flexible, and proactive approach.
- Microsoft Office proficiency; willingness to travel; and valid Australian driver’s licence.
- Current legal working rights in Australia.
Why Join Us
- Work on diverse projects; contribute to energy transition initiatives.
- Mentoring and growth opportunities; competitive compensation; inclusive environment.
Join HRL. Visit for more information. Applications via Seek preferred. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Graduate Materials Engineer – Coopers Plains, Qld
Expression of Interest
Full-time roles to kick-start your career in materials engineering. Location: Coopers Plains, Qld.
Key Responsibilities
- Work within a team delivering field and laboratory services; deliver projects under supervision.
- Assist with desktop engineering work, including reports and client communications.
- Prepare project plans, cost estimates, and proposals with senior engineers.
- Develop and maintain technical expertise over time.
About you
Recently completed or near completion of a degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, or related field; strong technical/problem-solving skills; good communication; ability to work in field and office settings.
You will also have:
- Team orientation; Microsoft Office proficiency; willingness to travel.
- Current legal working rights in Australia.
Why Join Us
- Collaborative team; opportunities for growth; competitive remuneration; flexible work arrangements.
Submit your expression of interest to
Technical Officer – Trade background (Qld & Vic)
Locations : Coopers Plains, Qld; Mulgrave, Vic; Churchill, Vic (in office/off-site mix).
The Opportunity
HRL seeks Technical Officers with trade backgrounds to undertake a range of ad-hoc technical, operational and project assignments in office, laboratory, workshop and on client sites. Travel domestically and overseas will be required for short-term project work.
About the role
Responsibilities include inspecting, testing and evaluating structures or plant; documenting results; calibrating equipment; testing and tagging; site work; equipment setup; scheduling; and cost estimates. Travel may be required.
You will have
- Trade background with 2+ years in a technical environment; fitter and turner experience preferred.
- Broad knowledge of power generation and/or heavy industry; workshop skills; ability to travel.
- Ability to provide technical advice and build client relationships; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Current legal working rights in Australia; valid driver’s licence.
Why HRL
Competitive remuneration; opportunities to develop; flexible work arrangements; inclusive culture. Include a cover letter describing how you meet the requirements and resume when applying.
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Laboratory Technician (Mulgrave, Vic)
Overview
Full-time and casual roles available. HRL seeks Laboratory Technicians to join our Mulgrave team to support analytical services. Roles involve diverse laboratory tasks with a flexible work approach.
Responsibilities
- Support analytical services for ores, raw materials and process materials.
- Prepare samples using various techniques; analyze samples using UV-Vis, Ion Chromatography, Titrations, etc.
- Use Laboratory Information Management System; follow quality procedures; safety compliance.
- Assist with other laboratory tasks and general duties as required.
About you
Energetic, team-oriented, with a willingness to learn; able to adapt to changing demands; strong Microsoft Office skills; valid driver’s licence; full working rights in Australia.
Laboratory Manager – Mulgrave, Vic
Overview
Full-time role to lead the Mulgrave Analytical Services Team, supporting OHSE and Quality, and advising on complex chemistry issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial management including P&L;, forecasting, capex.
- Workforce planning, KPI setting, performance reviews and development.
- Strategic planning for the team and sales/marketing support.
- Client liaison, reporting to clients, and delivery oversight.
- OHSE and Quality systems maintenance (ISO 9001 and ISO 17025).
- Technical leadership on complex chemistry problems.
About you
- Chemistry degree or related science; 10+ years leadership in a laboratory (NATA) setting preferred.
- Safe work practices, solid communication, and change management skills.
- OHSE and Quality systems knowledge; Microsoft Office proficiency; legal working rights in Australia.
Why HRL? Competitive remuneration; development opportunities; inclusive culture. Applications to
Materials Engineer or Process Engineer (Qld) – Expression of Interest
Overview
Full-time roles at Coopers Plains, Qld. Expressions of interest from Materials or Process Engineers for ongoing opportunities across HRL.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with clients to scope work; prepare project plans, cost estimates and proposals; oversee project delivery and reporting.
- Materials Engineer: condition assessment, material selection, failure analysis, testing and inspection.
- Process Engineer: process design and optimization; hands-on field focus; troubleshooting for efficiency and sustainability.
About you
- 3+ years’ experience; degree in Engineering or Applied Science; working rights in Australia.
- Experience in consulting is beneficial; strong technical writing and communication.
Why Join Us
- Collaborative team; diverse projects; growth opportunities; hybrid work arrangements.
Submit your expression of interest via or through the HRL website.
Technical Officer – Trade background (Qld & Vic) – Application Details
Locations : Coopers Plains, Qld; Mulgrave, Vic; Churchill, Vic.
Qualified Technical Officers with trade background to work across office, lab, workshop and client sites. Travel required. Apply by email with a cover letter and resume.
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