Senior Project Development Engineer

• Shape major infrastructure and asset investment decisions
• Lead studies, option development and business case preparation
• Strategic role, based in Newcastle

The Company

Our client is a major owner and operator of critical infrastructure supporting Australia's export supply chain. Operating a large-scale industrial asset base in Newcastle, the organisation is committed to safety, operational excellence and long-term asset stewardship.

With significant investment planned across its infrastructure portfolio, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Development Engineer to lead the identification, assessment and development of major capital and asset improvement initiatives.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will lead the development of major engineering, maintenance and infrastructure projects from concept through to approval.

Working across Engineering, Maintenance, Commercial and Project Delivery teams, you will undertake feasibility studies, evaluate options, develop business cases, assess risk and prepare projects for successful execution.

You will manage multiple studies concurrently while providing strategic input into long-term asset planning, capital investment decisions and project prioritisation. The role offers regular engagement with senior leadership and the opportunity to influence significant infrastructure investment decisions.

About You

We are seeking an experienced engineer who combines strong technical capability with commercial insight and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical, Civil, Structural or related engineering
• Experience within heavy industry, infrastructure, mining, manufacturing, logistics or asset intensive operations
• Proven success in feasibility studies, project development and business case preparation
• Strong understanding of project scope, cost, schedule and risk management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, continuous improvement and operational excellence

Importantly, you will be recognised as a collaborative and solutions-focused professional who can build credibility across technical, operational and commercial teams while influencing positive outcomes and driving investment decisions.

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to influence the future direction of a significant infrastructure asset portfolio and play a leading role in shaping major investment decisions. You will enjoy broad exposure across engineering, asset management, maintenance and project delivery disciplines while working on complex, high-value projects that directly impact long-term operational performance.

Offering both strategic influence and technical challenge, this role is ideally suited to an engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, engaging with senior stakeholders and developing projects from initial concept through to execution readiness. You'll join a business that values expertise, collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, while providing the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting contribution.

For a confidential discussion, contact Jessica O'Neill on 0457 336 833. Applications should be submitted via the apply now button.