Job Description

Piping Engineer – Industrial Mechanical

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.

What you’ll do

As a Piping Engineer in our Industrial Mechanical team based in Brisbane, you’ll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce concept and detailed engineering designs aligned with client needs
• Produce engineering design deliverables such as: Calculations, Datasheets, Specifications, Reports, Bid evaluations, Estimates,
• Provide design support across: Piping and pumped systems, Pipelines, Hydraulic analysis, Mechanical engineering design and analysis
• Work with a team of engineers across a range of small to large, multidisciplinary projects to deliver fully coordinated outcomes managing your own budget and schedule expectations
• Apply problem‑solving skills to develop innovative solutions
• Apply Safe Design principles in all daily activities

What you’ll bring

You're someone who thrives in dynamic environments, work well with a team, build meaningful connections, and are motivated by purposeful work.

• A positive and optimistic attitude with a willingness to learn and grow
• Experience with detailed mechanical and piping design in one or more of the following areas; Piping and pumped systems, Piping design / stress analysis, Pipelines, Hydraulic analysis.
• Awareness of the process industry, including relevant standards (eg AS, API, ASME) and practices relating to process piping, pipelines, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, and rotating machinery
• Awareness and knowledge of pipe stress analysis principles and interface with process, mechanical and structural engineering.
• Working knowledge of engineering software such as: Bentley AutoPIPE, Caesar II, Nozzle PRO, WaterGEMS / Bentley HAMMER, FluidFlow, AFT FATHOM, ANSYS
• A working understanding of pipe class specifications and their underpinning piping design code calculations
• Understanding of applying project principles and methodologies to manage projects and achieve program outcomes;
• Strong written communication skills to articulate technical decisions with due justification
• Preference for experience in the oil and gas industry

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities. They are the ones who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is our purpose. Bringing ideas to life. This is The Aurecon Way.

Ready for your next adventure?

If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com.

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.