Mechanical Engineer - Water, Expression of Interest

Mechanical Engineer - Water, Expression of Interest

Wellington, New Zealand

Company
GHD
Location
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
18 days ago
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Job Description
Job DescriptionJoin a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation.As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resilience and lead from the front. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.We are inviting applications and expressions of interest from Mechanical Engineers with a passion for water infrastructure to be part of our New Zealand Pacific Water team.You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communitiesExpression of Interest – Mechanical Engineer (Water)Do you thrive on solving complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions?If so, we invite you to express your interest in joining our rapidly growing mechanical team within our Water business. Roles are available across a range of levels from five years relevant experience through to highly experienced lead mechanical engineers, where your expertise will play a strategic role in enhancing our three water design capabilities.This role is open across New Zealand with all GHD locations considered which include Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Hamilton, Hawkes Bay, New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Tauranga and Wellington. Key Responsibilities:Investigation and Development: Dive deep into the intricacies of challenges related to water infrastructure, leveraging your analytical skills to develop robust solutions that address our clients' needs.Detailed Design: have a strong understanding of hydraulics, contribute to the design of sophisticated mechanical water systems and ensure seamless integration with multidisciplinary projects—particularly in the realms of water, wastewater, stormwater treatment plants, and pump stations.Technical Proficiency: Utilise your expertise in NZ Codes and Standards to ensure compliance and quality across all projects, all while staying abreast of emerging industry trends and technologies.Communication: Bring your excellent verbal and written communication skills to the forefront as you present ideas, share insights, and collaborate with diverse teams and clients to drive project success.Modelling and CAD Expertise: Whether through hands-on experience or leadership, utilise your knowledge of Inventor, AutoCAD and other relevant software packages to guide the modelling efforts of mechanical water systems, ensuring precision and innovation.Lateral Thinking: Employ your ability to think laterally and pragmatically, crafting effective project solutions that navigate challenges with creativity and insight.Risk Management: Identify and articulate technical risks while developing mitigation strategies, ensuring that your projects are not just successful but also sustainable.Team Dynamics: Join a collaborative team environment where your ideas can flourish, and your contributions will make a significant impact on project outcomes.Client Liaison: Build and maintain robust relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are understood and met while aligning solutions with their goals.If you are ready to take on a dynamic role where your mechanical engineering expertise will lead to meaningful advancements in water infrastructure, we want to hear from you.Join us in our commitment to excellence as we navigate the complexities of water management and engineering solutions.Express your interest today! Visit our GHD New Zealand Water page to explore our work, projects, and opportunities in the water sector.Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and vision for this role. Together, let’s shape a sustainable future through innovative engineering solutions.Our Hybrid Work Model:Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.Ki GHD, ka ākina te kaimahi e mātou kia tutuki ōna ake moemoeā. Nā te mea, ko te kaha o te tangata te tuarā o te pakihi. Nā reira, he hiahia nō mātou ki te whiwhi kaimahi nō ngā ahurea tuakiri maha, nō whenua rerekē, tane mai, wahine mai.At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.About UsCome together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.Let's drive real change.Our Pledge to YouAt GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.See where your commitment could take you.That’s the #PowerOfCommitment Who We AreGHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
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