Project Engineer - Mechanical

About the Job

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer – Mechanical to join our Christchurch team, working across a diverse range of projects within the industrial, energy, water, power and infrastructure sectors. You'll contribute throughout the project lifecycle, from concept and design through to construction support and commissioning, helping deliver practical solutions that support New Zealand's transition to a more sustainable future.

Working closely with our project delivery and mechanical engineering teams, you'll play a key role in coordinating technical activities, managing stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.

Who We Are

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Our New Zealand team of approximately 250 professionals is backed by a global network of nearly 50,000 people, all driven by a common purpose – delivering a more sustainable world.

Our Christchurch team delivers a broad range of projects that help strengthen critical infrastructure, improve operational performance, and support New Zealand's transition to a more sustainable future.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver mechanical engineering projects across the industrial, power, water, energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Coordinate project activities from concept and design through to construction support and commissioning.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, customers, contractors and suppliers to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget and resource requirements.
• Support technical reviews, risk assessments and quality assurance processes.
• Assist with procurement activities, contractor management and construction support.
• Maintain a strong focus on health, safety and environmental performance.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, schedules and cost forecasts.
• Support business development activities and help identify opportunities with existing and new customers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery and execution.

What You’ll Have

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated experience delivering engineering projects within industrial, manufacturing, water, energy, infrastructure or related sectors.
• Understanding of mechanical systems, equipment, piping, utilities, process plants or rotating equipment.
• End-to-end project delivery experience including design coordination, construction support and commissioning.
• Strong project planning, scheduling and coordination skills.
• Experience managing stakeholders, contractors and suppliers.
• Understanding of project budgeting, forecasting and risk management principles.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, collaborative and customer-focused approach.
• New Zealand citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa with the right to live and work in New Zealand.

Why You Should Apply

• Join a fun, inclusive and globally connected team of professionals.
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.
• Family-friendly benefits including 22 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Option to purchase up to 20 additional leave days per year.
• Access to mentoring, professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive team culture built on respect, safety and collaboration.
• Inclusive leadership committed to supporting diverse career journeys.

Moving Forward Together

We want our people to be energised and empowered to drive sustainable impact. Our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today’s low-carbon infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here—and no barrier to your potential career success.

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