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Senior Hydraulic Engineer

Our purpose is, together, deliver infrastructure for a better tomorrow.

In Australia, KBR Employ nearly 1000 people with offices in each state. Our project delivery track record, industry profile and strong relationships have enabled us to grow significantly, and we continue to expand. This continued growth allows us to offer unrivalled opportunities to our staff in terms of career paths, career development and project exposure.

Creating a superb culture is also huge for us and a key part of our success and growth. At KBR culture is not just a meaningless word. Genuine collaboration across the business is integral to how we work. As a company KBR have created an open, inclusive organisation where people matter, are valued, and cared about. By joining KBR you can be assured that you are joining a team that pulls in the same direction and shares common values.

We are renowned for working in partnership with our clients and construction partners to deliver exceptional outcomes based on our collaborative approach and our “One Team” value.

The Opportunity

KBR have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Hydraulic Engineer to join our Building Services team in Sydney. This is a key role in the business and a great opportunity for someone looking to join a global company and take the next big step in their career. You will be heavily involved in a range of transport, buildings and Defence infrastructure projects focusing on the design of hydraulic service systems.

This role works under general supervision as a technical specialist and performs all conventional aspects of hydraulic engineering while also devising new approaches to problems encountered. You will have an opportunity to plan, schedule, and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.

Who are you?

As a Hydraulic Engineer, you will have experience in preparing and reviewing reports and technical specifications including hydraulic design of pumped systems, hydraulic equipment sizing, and material selection. The ideal candidate will have the ability to prepare and verify designs and calculations (including self-checking) using either manual methods or with the aid of computer programs through both concept and detailed design. Initiation of good relationships with clients (both internal and external) is essential to this role.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Mechanical) or Diploma of Hydraulic Services with NSW registered certifier accreditation

• Design and document a range of hydraulic services systems.

• Experience designing Hydraulic systems including sewer, sanitary plumbing, tradewaste, stormwater, gas and water services reticulation systems

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Working knowledge of Revit MEP is desirable

• Familiarity with relevant standards and design guidelines to the hydraulic engineering discipline

• Ability to work closely with senior and junior engineers

• On the career pathway to registration as a Chartered Engineer / Chartered Professional Engineer / Registered Professional Engineer Queensland

At KBR, we value you – here’s how

In addition to working on some fantastic projects, KBR offer an array of benefits focused on providing our people with a great working environment, continual career development, family friendly flexible work arrangements and work/life balance. Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey.

Typical benefits include:

• Industry leading salaries, reviewed annually

• 20 Days Leave per year + an additional day off per month (32 days in total)

• Salary packaging and Novated leases

• Paid professional membership fees

• Life/Health insurance discounts

• Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time)

• End of trip facilities

• Employee stock purchase plans

• Paid parental leave

• Personal Career development plans

• Growth and promotion opportunities

• Diversity and Inclusion support

KBR has all the benefits of a global organization with a local company feel. You’ll get to know everyone in the Australia business and won’t just be a number.

See what life at KBR looks like from our employees by copy & pasting the links below:

IS Australia overview brochure: https://www.kbr.com/document/8281/

Life at KBR Video https://vimeo.com/601130221

Life at KBR Brochure: https://www.kbr.com/document/8291/

Help shape tomorrow by applying today!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to leave your impact on our society with one of Australia’s leading infrastructure businesses. Apply now and follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date with all the latest news and job opportunities.

KBR values an inclusive and diverse work environment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.