Principal Mechanical Engineer

Make a real impact

At Verbrec you will get to directly influence multiple industries with innovation robust design and industry leading integrity management. Plus being involved with the transition to renewable energy systems and decarbonisation. Your role will help us as we become a recognised partner for a sustainable future while enabling our clients and their customers achieve their energy transition objectives.

With over 400 dedicated team members operating out of locations across Australia and New Zealand Verbrec is an ASX listed company (ASX: VBC) providing industry leading engineering operations and automation services across the entire asset lifecycle with a significant focus on growth into new and existing industries.

We take pride in our focus on safety while driving a strong people-focused culture to make transformations toward a sustainable and smart future.

We are problem solvers

Its rewarding to be part of Verbrec a place for creative thinkers with innovative technical solutions who are active in enabling a sustainable future for our clients.

On the back of continued growth and project success ourBrisbaneoffice is looking for aPrincipal Mechanical Engineerto join their team!

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Providing guidance leadership technical support and advice within your discipline.
• Managing mechanical engineering team on all projects including multidiscipline and single discipline activities.
• Active involvement in project delivery including performing pipe stress analysis vessel design static/rotating equipment design and selection.
• Champion accuracy and efficiency in the production of mechanical and drafting deliverables.
• Lead the development of design deliverables such as mechanical lists datasheets piping layouts isometrics and construction scopes of work.
• Convene 3D model reviews participate and support HAZID/HAZOP & Risk assessment workshops.
• Preparing and supporting cost estimates equipment summaries and tender packages
• Writing and reviewing technical reports as required.
• Developing and supporting FEED and Designs studies including detailed design calculations.
• Undertaking engineering tasks and providing guidance to other engineering disciplines and drafters including a high level of accuracy and efficiency in accordance with Verbrec standards.

We are Agile

This allows us to be light on our feet and progressive as we dont get bogged down in bureaucracy. We get that the 9-5 isnt for everyone and were open to hear what works for you.

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer you will be capable of supervising a passionate team of engineers and designers to produce engineering deliverables to Verbrecs and clients standards. The minimum qualifications and experience needed will be:

• Minimum of 15 years experience in the design of piping pipeline pressure vessel and tank systems in Oil and Gas Refineries process plant and pipeline facilities. Pipeline experience (AS2885.1 or ASME B31.4 / B31.8 / B31.11 & B31.12) is not essential but viewed favourably.
• Proven Australian experience in mechanical design including concept development FEED detail design and operation phases such as RCA FFS and integrity management.
• In-depth knowledge of piping pressure vessel and tank design and operation codes such as ASME B31.3 AS4041 API 650 ASME VIII and operational codes such as API 579 AS3788 and API 653.
• CPEng and RPEQ (essential).
• Ability to perform engineering tasks with no supervision and mentor the existing team (Principal to Graduates).
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• A strong industry presence and the ability to foster business development opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent writing skills including report development
• Ability to manage your time and work independently
• Create a positive and supportive environment for the mechanical team to thrive and grow

We are growing

At Verbrec we empower change and create opportunities for you to develop a supercharged career pathway whether it is a technical or focused on the people. We attribute our growth to our team enjoying what they do by and having a meaningful impact on projects that will shape our future.

If you are a Principal Mechanical Engineerwith a passion for delivering engineering excellence and want a to work in a collaborative team environment with varied clients and projects please apply.

The new Verbrecbrand represents our evolution and continued growth by leveraging and applying emerging techniques and technologies for the benefit of our engineered.

Our Vision- Meeting the future by engineering transformative solutions through full project and asset lifecycles.

Our Promise to You- We believe in passionate and innovative people delivering our success. We take pride in seeing our people continually develop their career opportunities and access wonderful employee benefits. We offer our people engaging and challenging work the opportunity for personal success and a fun and friendly culture. We are an inclusive workplace and we believe in diversity and opportunity for all.

At Verbrec we know our people are our greatest strength. Were committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace where individuals from all backgrounds experiences and perspectives feel recognised and valued. Join us and be part of a team that thrives on collaboration innovation and making a real difference for our clients and the communities in which we work.

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