Hydraulics Engineer

Location: Port Kembla

Rate: $105 per hour

Contract: Initial 6 months contract - view to extend

Start: ASAP

We're currently seeking an experienced Fluid Power Engineer (Hydraulics Engineer) to join a major industrial project, supporting delivery across multiple workstreams within a complex engineering environment.

This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for contributing to the design, coordination, and delivery of fluid power systems across key project packages.

The Role

• Supporting the design, integration, and delivery of hydraulic systems
• Working across pumps, motors, and industrial equipment
• Contributing to design reviews, engineering documentation, and technical problem solving
• Supporting procurement, scheduling, and cost tracking activities
• Assisting with installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, construction, and operations
• Ensuring compliance with safety, engineering standards, and project requirements

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 5-10 years' experience in fluid power / hydraulics engineering
• A relevant engineering degree or diploma (mechanical, mechatronics or similar)
• Strong experience working with:
• Hydraulic systems
• Pumps and motors
• Industrial or heavy engineering equipment
• Experience working on large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects
• Ability to work across multiple project areas and disciplines
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Nice to Have

• Experience in heavy industrial environments (e.g. steel, mining, manufacturing)
• Experience with commissioning or construction phases

Why Apply

• Opportunity to work on a major, high-profile industrial project
• Hands-on role with broad exposure across engineering and delivery
• Competitive $100/hour contract rate

If you're a practical, hands-on hydraulics engineer looking for your next contract, we'd love to hear from you.

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