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Senior Hydraulic Engineer

WSP

Sydney, Australia

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Description (EN)

WSP’s Sydney Building Services team is delivering some of Australia’s most significant transport infrastructure projects and we are looking for an experienced Senior Hydraulic Engineer to play a key role in their delivery.

Working as part of our specialist Building Services group, you will lead hydraulic design across major transport projects including rail stations, metro infrastructure, tunnels, depots, airport facilities and associated precinct developments. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects while being supported by one of the industry's strongest technical networks.

 

The Role

 

  • Lead the hydraulic design and delivery of major transport and infrastructure projects
  • Take ownership of hydraulic design from concept through to construction support
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to developing engineers
  • Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, structural, civil and transport specialists
  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, contractors and project stakeholders
  • Review designs, specifications and documentation to ensure quality, compliance and constructability
  • Contribute to project bids, client engagement and technical innovation initiatives

 

You will work across a diverse portfolio of transport projects while also supporting opportunities within mission critical, defence, commercial and public infrastructure sectors.

 

About You

 

  • Extensive experience as a Hydraulic Engineer within a building services consultancy
  • Demonstrated experience delivering large, complex transport or infrastructure projects
  • Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, NCC, Sydney Water requirements and relevant transport authority standards
  • Proven ability to lead design packages and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • A collaborative approach with a passion for technical excellence and mentoring others
  • CPEng status or progress towards chartership will be highly regarded

 

Why Join WSP

At WSP, you'll have access to some of Australia's most significant transport projects while being part of a culture that genuinely prioritises flexibility, collaboration and career growth.

 

What You Can Expect

  • Exposure to major transport infrastructure programs shaping Australia's future
  • A hybrid working model with genuine flexibility
  • Access to industry-leading technical specialists across the WSP global network
  • Strong opportunities for career progression into Associate and leadership pathways
  • A collaborative and inclusive team environment
  • Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
  • A strong commitment to wellbeing, development and long-term career success

 

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 80,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and well-being of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.
With us, you can. Apply today.

 

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