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Principal Hydraulic Engineer

Stantec -
Brisbane QLD

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Part-time | Full-time | Contract

Benefits

Work from home
Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Management
Mechanical Engineering
Construction experience
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Principal Hydraulic Engineer - ( 250002NE )

Description

About the role

Our Brisbane Buildings team have won numerous exciting projects and are seeking a Principal Hydraulic Engineer to take the lead on delivering projects across various sectors.

The successful candidate will be able to apply their technical skills and demonstrate commitment in a way which ensures projects are thoroughly designed, personally reviewed and delivered on time. You will be expected to service projects including those of relatively large size, of high complexity and with multiple clients.

Stantec are involved in a vast variety of project types including data centres, defence, healthcare, education etc. The successful candidate will be working in a strong team environment and will need to manage several projects at any one time. You will be self-motivated, resourceful and a great communicator.

We are looking for someone with Hydraulic design experience within the building services sector.

Day to day tasks would involve:

Develop and review hydraulic services designs, including water supply, sewerage, stormwater, and gas systems.
Lead client-facing project delivery from concept through to construction, ensuring high-quality outcomes and strong stakeholder satisfaction.
Prepare technical documentation, specifications, and tender packages.
Conduct site inspections, defect reporting, and respond to RFIs during construction. Prioritise workloads whilst ensuring our clients’ needs are met
Maintain strong and trusting working relationships with architects, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers
Continue to build and develop your professional profile across Queensland
Be active in, and supportive of business development and work winning activities
Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, Building Codes, and client specifications
Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

To be successful for this role you'll need:

Be degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or related discipline.
Be RPEQ or working towards.
Have minimum 8 years hydraulic building services experience within the consulting or engineering industry
Proven experience in a design consultancy environment, with a strong track record of client engagement and project leadership
Self-management skills will be as important as your technical design and project management abilities
Ideally be well connected/networked within the industry and able to foster client relationships
Technically very strong in terms of understanding the key elements of the design and construction associated with Hydraulic Engineering works.
Ability to multitask and deliver high profile projects in a timely manner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

What we offer

Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
Professional Memberships.
Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI).
Mental Health, Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Programs.
Service Recognition Awards.

How to apply

If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.

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Qualifications

Primary Location : Australia-Queensland-South Brisbane

Organization : BC-3010 Buildings-AU Queensland

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Jul 9, 2026, 4:23:02 PM

Req ID: 250002NE

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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