Mechanical Project Engineer

THE ROLE

Based in our Canning Vale office, you will support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of mechanical engineering and infrastructure projects across metropolitan and regional sites. Working closely with Operations Teams and reporting to Senior Leadership, you will provide technical expertise, coordinate project activities, and engage with clients and stakeholders to achieve safe, efficient, and high-quality project outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with strong technical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Occasional travel to project sites will be required to support project delivery and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

·         Coordinate and support the delivery of mechanical engineering projects.

·         Provide technical engineering support to operations and project teams.

·         Develop and review engineering documentation, drawings, and scopes of work.

·         Monitor project schedules, budgets, and performance to achieve project objectives.

·         Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

·         Ensure compliance with engineering standards, QA/QC requirements, and WHS legislation.

·         Identify and resolve technical and project-related issues to support successful project outcomes.

·         Support a positive safety culture through active participation in safety initiatives, risk management, and hazard reporting.

ABOUT YOU

·         Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.

·         Experience in the defence and/or mining industry, ideally across hydrocarbon fuel infrastructure projects.

·         Strong knowledge of mechanical fuel systems, including valves, pumps, filters, pipework, and underground storage tanks.

·         Experience developing work packs, ITPs, scopes of work, and engineering documentation.

·         Experience working on bulk hydrocarbon storage facilities, hydrocarbon transfer systems, and associated infrastructure.

·         Ability to coordinate project activities and support delivery against schedule and budget requirements.

·         Sound understanding of QA/QC standards, engineering compliance, and WHS requirements.

·         Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem-solving skills.

THE BENEFITS

Core benefits

• Access to everyday discounts from Australia’s leading retailers with Flare, including Telstra Mobile discount

• Novated lease options, through Flare and Paywise

• A day paid community service leave, to give back to your community

• Recognition and rewards, for employee referrals, photo of the month and safety innovation and leadership

Optional benefits to help you succeed

• Option to purchase up to two weeks of annual leave

• Superannuation support, through Cbus Super

• Salary sacrifice, to superannuation

• Training and study assistance, for career development and professional qualifications

Looking after your wellbeing

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, confidential advice line and information

• First Aid and Mental First Aid Support Officers available

• Paid parental leave

• Dynamic working, where are people are empowered to have more control over their working hours and locations, in line with the needs of the individual, team, project and client

ABOUT EIG - part of the Duratec Group

EIG delivers specialist electrical, fuel and fluid transfer solutions that keep Australia’s critical infrastructure operating safely, efficiently and sustainably.

We support clients across the energy, defence, industrial and resources sectors with end‑to‑end engineering, design and construction capability. Our work centres on solving complex challenges for our clients in hazardous environments. By integrating our expertise in electrical, fuel systems, design, commissioning and maintenance, we provide practical, reliable and compliant solutions that meet the highest industry standards. Whether we’re upgrading essential infrastructure, delivering turnkey project works or supporting long-term asset performance, we focus on outcomes that enhance safety, efficiency and operational resilience.

We're committed to responsible practices across our operations, ensuring our projects are delivered with an emphasis on quality, environmental care and long‑term value. As part of the Duratec Limited Group, we collaborate with a broader network of engineering and construction specialists, strengthening our capability and offering clients a seamless delivery experience from planning through to execution. EIG is a growing, forward‑looking business built on technical excellence and a strong safety culture. We’re always looking for skilled and motivated people who want to contribute to essential infrastructure across Australia.

Our goal is to build a workplace culture that embraces diversity, inclusion and belonging. We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ communities, and people from all diverse backgrounds.