" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Mechanical Design Engineer\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19473\"\u003e Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19474\"\u003e New South Wales \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 9/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive hourly rate\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3-12 month contract potential\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead HVAC design with drafting support\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Morson Edge\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMorson Edge is a specialist recruitment consultancy connecting engineering professionals with leading businesses across the built environment. We work closely with building services consultancies throughout Australia, offering opportunities across permanent and contract positions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Company\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOur client is an established building services engineering consultancy in Sydney with a strong background in mechanical and electrical design.\u003cbr\u003e Working across residential, mixed-use and commercial developments, they have a solid pipeline of projects and are looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to provide additional technical capability to their team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis is an initial 3-month assignment, with work expected to continue for at least 6 months and potential to extend further.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role / Duties\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou\u0027ll take responsibility for leading mechanical services design, working alongside an established engineering team with drafting support available.\u003cbr\u003e Key responsibilities include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading HVAC design across residential and mixed-use projects.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUndertaking mechanical engineering calculations, equipment sizing and selection.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging detailed design and construction documentation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinating and reviewing work produced by drafting and modelling teams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLiaising with architects, engineers and other project stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eResolving technical design challenges and ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and the NCC.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelivering accurate, coordinated designs with minimal supervision.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Experience\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong mechanical building services design background, ideally at Senior Engineer level.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAustralian Class 2 residential experience is highly desirable.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong international design experience from the UK, NZ or Europe will also be considered.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSound technical knowledge of HVAC systems, calculations and design documentation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience leading design delivery with drafting support.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComfortable working independently and taking ownership of technical decisions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvailability at short notice would be advantageous.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Registered Design Practitioner status is not required, as regulated design sign-off will be handled separately.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis is a technically focused consultancy where engineers are trusted to take ownership of their work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The team values practical engineering knowledge, clear communication and people who are comfortable taking responsibility without needing constant direction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll be working alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative environment, with support available where needed, but the expectation is that you can contribute independently from the outset.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e They\u0027re looking for someone who is approachable, reliable and happy to get involved in the detail rather than simply oversee others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits to You\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive hourly rate based on experience.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInitial 3-month assignment with a strong likelihood of extension to 6 months and potentially 12 months.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to work on established residential and mixed-use developments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTechnical ownership of design with drafting support available.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin an established consultancy without committing to a permanent move.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCasual employment or eligible Pty Ltd contracting arrangements available.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeekly pay for casual employees through Morson Edge.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePotential for a longer-term opportunity depending on project requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you\u0027re an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer interested in contract opportunities, please apply with your CV or contact Ben Ellis at Morson Edge for a confidential discussion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We\u0027re happy to speak with engineers who are immediately available or considering contract work in the near future. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4477243\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "