Mechanical Designer

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WSP Australia is hiring Mechanical Designers to support the Adelaide Water team on SA Water programs and National CAD/DE work, delivering BIM‑driven design across water networks, pumping stations and treatment facilities. You’ll bring hands‑on experience in water infrastructure and proficiency in Autodesk Plant 3D, AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Advanced Steel and Civil 3D, plus the ability to lead design reviews, manage federated BIM models and build strong client relationships. The role may be based in Adelaide or Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane. To apply, tailor your CV to water and utilities, highlight leadership and BIM deliverables, and contact Carmina Navalta for a confidential chat. Apply today.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Join Our Adelaide Water Team

We have multiple opportunities to join our growing Adelaide team, where you’ll play a key role in delivering the design and documentation for SA Water’s program of works, along with contributing to national projects through our National CAD/DE team. This is your chance to be part of a high‑performing Water group working on projects that genuinely make a difference in communities.

At WSP, we’re not just delivering water projects—we’re redefining how communities interact with water. We partner with governments, utilities, developers, and investors to create sustainable, future‑ready solutions across the entire water cycle.

Network design. Treatment infrastructure. Digital engineering. Strategic planning.

If it moves, treats, stores, or transforms water—our team is on it.

What You’ll Do

• Apply modelling software and analytics techniques to deliver high‑quality water solutions
• Bring design and modelling experience across water, wastewater, water networks, pumping stations, and treatment systems—or from mining, industrial, or broader infrastructure sectors
• Build and maintain strong industry relationships to support successful client outcomes
• Generate and manage BIM‑compliant federated models, including clash detection, reporting, and database management aligned with client BIM/CAD standards
• Challenge the status quo with innovative thinking and creative problem‑solving
• Take a leadership role across projects, running meetings, design reviews, and check‑ins with clients, engineers, and design teams
• Demonstrate strong technical judgement and professional capability across all project stages

About You

We value diverse strengths and are seeking Mechanical Designers with proven experience across water infrastructure, including networks and utilities, pumping stations, and WTP/WWTP facilities.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Project experience across water management, utilities, or broader civil/mechanical infrastructure
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Plant 3D, AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Advanced Steel, and Civil 3D
• Experience working with point cloud surveys (highly regarded)

Note that this position can also be based in Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane.

Why Choose WSP?

We’re committed to creating an environment where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Here’s what makes WSP stand out:

• 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

Join a close-knit Water team backed by the strength of 69,000+ people globally, working together to build a more resilient world.

Our Employee Share Purchase Plan is open to all permanent employees—helping you share in WSP’s long-term success. Learn more about our commitment to wellbeing and growth via our Employee Benefits page.

Ready to shape the future of water?

This is your chance to make a real difference—on your terms, with your vision, alongside a team that shares your ambition.

Because with us, you can.

Apply today.

🔎 Questions? Let’s talk.

For a confidential conversation about this role—or other opportunities in our Water Group—reach out to Carmina Navalta, Talent Acquisition.