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Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand / Aotearoa
Hybrid
At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.
As a Mechanical Engineer in our Energy & Industrial team, you'll work with some of New Zealand's leading industrial organisations to deliver projects that improve, upgrade and expand critical assets.
This role combines office-based engineering, client engagement and regular site involvement. You'll work closely with clients and project teams to assess options, solve engineering challenges and help deliver successful outcomes.
You'll:
This role offers a balance of technical engineering, client interaction and practical problem solving.
While you'll still be involved in engineering calculations, technical documentation and design deliverables, you'll also spend time understanding how industrial facilities operate, working directly with clients, and helping turn project requirements into practical engineering outcomes.
We're looking for an engineer who enjoys getting out from behind the desk, learning how facilities work in the real world, and collaborating with clients and project teams to deliver solutions that make a difference.
You'll be equally comfortable contributing to technical delivery, engaging with stakeholders on site, and applying sound engineering judgement to help solve complex industrial challenges.
You're a degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer with experience in industrial, manufacturing, dairy, food & beverage, energy, or processing environments.
You'll also bring:
We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You'll tackle some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges in an environment that supports your ambitions and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact.
Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives and encourage our people to bring their whole selves to work.
We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand and Asia.
We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here, to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.
If this sounds like your next step, we'd love to hear from you.
We value diverse experiences and welcome applications from people with different backgrounds and career paths. We also support flexible working arrangements and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process.
Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We're most interested in your individual thinking and experiences, so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.
Te whakahā i ngā whakaaro | Breathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views
Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi | Be bold, be strong, work as one
