The opportunity

The Senior CAD Designer (Mechanical) is responsible for developing, managing, and delivering high-quality 2D/3D CAD models and drawings. This role supports the mechanical discipline of the Energy and Utilities business unit, with a focus on supporting efficient project delivery of linear and vertical water infrastructure. Operating under the supervision of the Digital Engineering Lead, this role ensures the delivery of high-quality documentation and our implementation of industry best practice in digital engineering. This position maybe located in either Auckland NZ, Nelson NZ or the Christchurch NZ region. The successful incumbent will envision themselves doing tasks such as:

What you’ll do

Create, update, and maintain 2D/3D models and drawings in Autodesk Plant 3D

Generate smart P&IDs, layouts, plan sheets, and pipe models in alignment with industry best practice and company standards

Liaise with engineers, surveyors, and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery

Participate in internal and external design reviews, incorporating feedback into deliverables

Visit project sites to collect data, verify existing conditions, and inform design work

Participate in digital initiatives including workflow improvements, automation scripts, and visualisation outputs

Maintain accurate drawing registers, file naming, and metadata in accordance with digital protocols

Ensure all work complies with relevant standards, templates, and quality assurance procedures

What we offer

Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company

Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model

A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue

Retail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ

We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor

environments

What we’re looking for

Diploma of Technology or Engineering

Familiarity with GIS, point cloud data, and integration of survey inputs

Proficiency in Autodesk Plant 3D (PIDs, equipment, piping, plant layouts) essential10 years minimum years of work experience in a similar mechanical design role within utilities or infrastructure

Excellent leadership ability 

Willingness to learn and develop technical capabilities

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.