Experienced Mechanical Engineer – Rail & Metro Projects

About the role

SMEC is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join its rail team in Brisbane. The role focuses on designing and delivering mechanical services, particularly HVAC, for major rail projects across Australia, offering the chance to broaden a building‑services background into rail infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Design and delivery of HVAC services for various rail projects.
• Produce engineering drawings, reports, specifications and tender packages from concept through construction.
• Conduct feasibility studies, load calculations and site inspections.
• Review mechanical designs to ensure compliance with technical standards, client requirements and Australian codes.
• Collaborate proactively with multidisciplinary team members and stakeholders to maintain quality and timeliness of deliverables.

Required profile

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3‑5 years of mechanical engineering experience in a building‑services design consultancy.
• Experience preparing detailed mechanical services design documentation for rail, infrastructure, mixed‑use or commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of relevant Australian codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• Camel
• Revit

What we offer

• Hybrid working model with flexible arrangements.
• 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave.
• Supportive, inclusive culture promoting gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation.