Senior Hydraulic Engineer - ( 250002OI )

Description

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

The opportunity

Our New Zealand Buildings team are seeking a Senior level Hydraulic Project Engineer

This role is suitable for a qualified candidate to take the lead on a diverse range of projects. The candidate will have significant Hydraulic design experience within the building services sector. This role would be suitable for someone that is looking to take a step up in their career, comfortable in managing and overseeing junior staff, sound client handling and wider project coordination skills.

You will be able to draw on your practical and commercial experience in the Hydraulic industry, in coordinating the delivery of teams and passing on your expertise and understanding of the consulting process.

We are involved in a vast variety of project types including retail, office, laboratories, residential, health and aged care, data centres, industrial, education and infrastructure. The successful candidate will be working in a strong team environment and will need to manage several projects at any one time. You will be self-motivated, resourceful, and a great communicator.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Undertaking Hydraulic engineering assessments and calculations for the design of building structures.

• Dealing with a range of clients and stakeholders including local authorities, government bodies and commercial companies.

• Self-management skills will be as important as your technical design and project management abilities.

• Managing workloads to ensure our Clients' needs are met whilst maintaining strong and trusting working relationships with your colleague's both locally and across the international Stantec team.

• Building and developing your professional profile both internally and externally by consistently demonstrating an ability to successfully deliver projects.

• Maintaining an appropriate level of service to Clients.

• Assisting with project management and business development.

• Supporting other engineers in completing projects in terms of program, profitability, technical risk management and overall Client satisfaction.

• Adhering to professional standards, ethics and quality procedures.

• Contributing to our company culture.

To be successful for this role you'll need:

• Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent

• Knowledge of the New Zealand Building Code and relevant Australian and New Zealand Standards

• Minimum 6 years professional experience in the consulting or engineering industry.

• Must have previous Hydraulic building services experience, including with domestic hot and cold water, and sanitary and stormwater drainage systems

• Technically very strong in terms of understanding the key elements of the design and construction associated with Hydraulic Engineering works.

• Ability to multitask and deliver high profile projects in a timely manner

• Be well connected/networked within the industry

• The ability to use initiative and think outside the box

• Positive, can-do attitude

• Chartered Professional Engineer (or equivalent) and/or Auckland Council Producer Statement Author would be favourable, but not essential.

What we offer:

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, part time & job share

• Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning

• Mentoring for your own development

• Professional Memberships

• Health Insurance – Income Continuance Insurance (ICI) – Life Insurance

• Service Recognition Awards

• Employee Assistance Program

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply

Stantec offices across New Zealand will be closed from 20 December 2025 returning 5th January 2026. During this period, there will be no recruitment activity. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and kindly note that responses and updates will resume week of the 12th Jan.

Qualifications

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Primary Location : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland

Other Locations : New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington

Organization : BC-3104 Buildings-NZ New Zealand

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Dec 15, 2025, 4:59:29 PM

Req ID: 250002OI

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