Senior Mechanical Engineer - ( 260000NS )
Description
About the role
We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Adelaide Buildings team. This role is ideal for an experienced HVAC engineer who enjoys leading projects, developing client relationships, and working as part of a nationally connected team.
Based in Adelaide, you will work closely with our Mechanical leadership team in Melbourne, giving you access to technical specialists, major project opportunities, and broader career development pathways across Australia.
We are seeking someone who can work independently across a diverse range of projects while effectively managing competing priorities and project deadlines. You will regularly engage with clients and project stakeholders and play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
This position offers the opportunity to further develop your technical, project delivery and client leadership skills while building a rewarding career with a Tier 1 global consulting organisation.
Day to day tasks would involve:
Develop HVAC engineering designs, including heat load calculations, equipment selection, plant sizing, reticulation systems, coordination and documentation.
Lead and manage projects from concept development and planning through to detailed design, construction and commissioning.
Apply strong technical expertise to ensure successful project delivery and quality outcomes.
Represent Stantec in client-facing engagements, building trusted relationships and identifying opportunities for repeat business.
Collaborate with architects, contractors, builders, project managers and end users to deliver efficient and practical design solutions.
Manage HVAC design projects in accordance with relevant codes, standards and Stantec quality systems.
Contribute to project reviews, design workshops and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
Work collaboratively with mechanical teams across Adelaide, Melbourne and the broader national business.
To be successful for this role you'll need:
A degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Approximately 7 years' experience in HVAC design consulting within the building services industry.
Experience delivering projects across sectors such as healthcare, commercial, education, defence, data centres or other complex building environments.
Strong knowledge of the National Construction Code (NCC), Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards.
Experience using Revit and other industry-standard design software.
Demonstrated project management and project delivery experience.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.
Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Culture
Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.
We are committed to reconciliation and to building respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We’re better together when different perspectives are welcomed and valued, and we’re committed to a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive. If you need any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know.
What we offer
Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
Professional Memberships.
Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI).
Mental Health, Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Programs.
Service Recognition Awards.
How to apply
If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below.
Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.
Qualifications
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Primary Location : Australia-South Australia-Adelaide
Organization : BC-3011 Buildings-AU Victoria
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Oct 18, 2026, 4:02:56 PM
Req ID: 260000NS
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans