Technical Director, Power Generation

Technical Director, Power Generation

Want to bring ideas to life?

Everything is an adventure for the curious mind. At Aurecon, we turn curiosity into real-world outcomes. Join us and use your expertise to foster innovation, navigate complexity with care, and co-create projects that deliver meaningful, lasting change.

As a Technical Director in our eclectic, pragmatic and passionate QLD Energy team, you'll guide purposeful work that supports the future of the energy sector. Collaborating with a diverse, multidisciplinary team, you’ll explore integrated solutions, offer thoughtful perspectives, and partner with clients to help them build a more sustainable world.

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

As our new Technical Director, you’ll be a vital part of the team who are changing the way we design and deliver major works to be carbon neutral and sustainable. Your role will:

• Provide a wealth of experience and hands-on leadership, to grow the Power Generation team’s capacity and technical capability by motivating, coordinating and mentoring staff
• Provide leadership in building and maintaining relationships with our industry clients, from business development and securing a sustainable pipeline of work, through to proposal preparation and managing the financial and technical aspects in the delivery of small to large scale projects
• Have well-developed and strong communication and technical report writing skills, with the ability to present complex concepts to a diverse range of clients
• Work collaboratively across the business and with local and national clients, bringing diverse skillsets together through national and international work-sharing, and innovation to complex problems to successfully deliver projects
• Positive industry recognition in the field of Power Generation including active participation at industry technical events and conferences.

What are we looking for from you?

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.

As well as experience in a similar engineering role. You will have:  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electrical or mechanical engineering preferred
• 20+ years of industry experience, preferably in a consulting environment with a focus on thermal generation technologies
• Strong power generation background, with a deep understanding of the multidisciplinary design requirements and relevant standards, as well as experience with construction and operation practices
• Proven ability to lead and develop a service offering, lead projects as well as collaborate effectively with other professionals in the energy sector
• Chartered Professional Engineer and Registered Professional Engineer Queensland is required. 

How we support your growth

At Aurecon, no two career journeys are the same. We’ll support yours with a collaborative culture, learning experiences, and the flexibility to design your own path. We embrace difference, nurture belonging, and ensure every voice feels valued.

What We Offer

• Flexible work arrangements
• Extended parental leave and cultural leave flexibility
• Wellbeing programs for you and your loved ones
• Development pathways, mentoring, and personalised growth support

Who We Are

At Aurecon, we’re curious adventurers. We view complexity as a space to listen, imagine, and grow. As Aureconeers, we’re practical dreamers who find inspiration in everyday moments. With over 6,500 professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, we work together to create positive impact for generations to come.

Ready to join us?

If this opportunity feels aligned with your strengths and aspirations, we’d love to connect with you. Should you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com.

Apply now and begin the next step in your fulfilling journey with us.