Description
WSP's Sydney Building Services team is delivering some of Australia's most significant transport infrastructure projects and is looking for an experienced Senior Hydraulic Engineer to play a key role in their delivery.
As a Senior Hydraulic Engineer, you will lead hydraulic design across major transport projects including rail stations, metro infrastructure, tunnels, depots, airport facilities, and associated precinct developments. You will work as part of a specialist Building Services group, providing technical leadership and mentorship to developing engineers, and acting as a trusted advisor to clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the hydraulic design and delivery of major transport and infrastructure projects
- Taking ownership of hydraulic design from concept through to construction support
- Providing technical leadership and mentorship to developing engineers
- Coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, structural, civil, and transport specialists
- Reviewing designs, specifications, and documentation to ensure quality, compliance, and constructability
- Contributing to project bids, client engagement, and technical innovation initiatives
You will need to have:
- 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
In return, 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