What if you could do the kind of work the world actually needs?
At WSP, you can.
Here, you’ll tap into a global network of experts, contribute to landmark water projects, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. You’ll be encouraged to stay curious, challenge what’s possible, and bring fresh thinking to a team that genuinely values diverse perspectives.
This is your chance to shape a career as unique as you are — and make a real impact while you do it.
Join WSP’s National Water Treatment Team in Melbourne or Sydney.
We’re not just delivering water projects, we’re redefining how communities interact with water now and into the future. Our team partners with governments, utilities, developers, and investors to create sustainable, future‑ready solutions across the full water cycle.
If it moves, treats, stores, or transforms water — our team is on it.
With a growing national portfolio and strong momentum over the next four years, we’re expanding, starting with Senior or an Associate Mechanical Engineer.
What You’ll Do
Work as part of our national, multi‑disciplinary water treatment team to deliver high‑quality project outcomes
Assist and/or manage the scope, delivery, and day‑to‑day tasks across multiple projects of varying complexity
Produce, review, and quality‑check clear, accurate technical documentation for both technical and non‑technical audiences
Undertake technical reviews, risk management and project management responsibilities as requiredApply relevant state and federal water legislation, industry standards, and treatment design guidelines
Engage with key project stakeholders — including clients, vendors, and partners — to support smooth project delivery
Provide technical input into proposals, tenders, and pursuits, supporting business development opportunities
Stay across emerging water and wastewater technologies, contributing innovative ideas to design, procurement, and delivery
Participate actively in internal initiatives such as mentoring, training, and capability‑building programs
Represent WSP within the wider industry by contributing to committees, conferences, working groups, or technical papers
About You You are a driven, solutions‑focused engineer with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines. You enjoy tackling complex water treatment challenges and bring a commitment to high technical standards.
You will likely have:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (CPEng accreditation at an Associate level)
Proven consulting experience within the Australian Water industry
Technical competence across Water and/or Wastewater Treatment disciplines, including process, mechanical, and hydraulic interfaces
Experience preparing technical reports and documentation for small to major projects
Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts to clients and stakeholders
Proficiency in leading mechanical, hydraulic, and civil design elements for WTP/WWTP projects
Ability to use modelling software, analytics tools, and undertake detailed design and equipment specification
Experience with mass balance, design basis reports, equipment sizing, PFDs, P&IDs, and functional descriptions
Familiarity with CHAIR, HAZOP, and Safety‑in‑Design approaches
Strong capability in identifying project risks and implementing mitigation strategies across medium to large‑scale treatment projects
Why Choose WSP?
Competitive pay – Because great talent deserves great recognition
An inclusive, welcoming team culture
Tailored career pathways – With mentoring, leadership development, and secondments
Flexible work options – Fit work around life, not the other way around
Purpose‑driven projects – Make a meaningful impact on communities nationwide
Support for career returners – We value every pathway
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
Buy up to 8 extra weeks of annual leave
Global and national mobility opportunities – See more, learn more, grow more
Our Employee Share Purchase Plan is open to all permanent employees—helping you share in WSP’s long‑term success.
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