Engineering Applications Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Project Engineers

at Johnston Project Management and Consulting Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$80 – $120 per hour

Up to $1,200 per day
High profile infrastructure projects
Several contract roles available for immediate start

Up to $1,200 per day
High profile infrastructure projects
Several contract roles available for immediate start

Project Engineers with several years experience in Australia with Tier 1 & 2 Contractors on major infrastructure projects - immediate start.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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2026 Santos Vacation Program (Engineering & Geoscience)

at Santos Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Looking to gain hands-on experience whilst completing your university degree?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Listed two days ago

Mechanical Engineering Opportunities

at Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Perth, Perth WA

West Perth Location
Exciting projects
Materials Handling design focus

West Perth Location
Exciting projects
Materials Handling design focus

Contract and Permanent opportunities within growing team

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rooty Hill, Sydney NSW

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Expression of Interest - Engineering Professionals

at CoMade

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Great opportunity to join a growing business
Upcoming major projects across the country
Competitive rates and project variety

Great opportunity to join a growing business
Upcoming major projects across the country
Competitive rates and project variety

We are inviting Expressions of Interest from experienced engineering professionals to support large‑scale infrastructure and energy projects

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed two days ago

Mechanical Engineer – Major Projects (Client Representative)

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fremantle, Perth WA

AUD 100 per hour

Fremantle Location, 6 month contract
Must have Australian working rights
Resume and Cover Letter required for applications

Fremantle Location, 6 month contract
Must have Australian working rights
Resume and Cover Letter required for applications

Mechanical Engineer to represent Client on major project. Lead design reviews, manage risks, and support delivery of complex industrial systems.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Laverton, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Mechanical Project Engineer

at Intelligent Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

South West & M5 Corridor, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Interesting, complex & varied industrial projects in an innovative organisation
Professional high performing team that values collaboration
Excellent career role for your resume | One-of-a-kind opportunity

Interesting, complex & varied industrial projects in an innovative organisation
Professional high performing team that values collaboration
Excellent career role for your resume | One-of-a-kind opportunity

Join a sought-after organisation delivering technically complex projects in a highly regulated industrial environment. Apply now!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

at Australian Drafting & Design Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$85 – $95 per hour

Secure Long Term Contract
Excellent hourly rate
Immediate Start

Secure Long Term Contract
Excellent hourly rate
Immediate Start

Mechanical Engineers needed in Brisbane and Perth. SolidWorks essential. Immediate start, 40 hrs/week

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

at Silverstone

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Perth-based Mechanical Design Engineer contract role in mining heavy equipment. 5-10 yrs exp. Apply now ASAP

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22h ago

Listed three days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at OncoRes Medical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nedlands, Perth WA

12 month full-time contract with free on-site parking available
Flexible working arrangements available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

12 month full-time contract with free on-site parking available
Flexible working arrangements available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

A rare opportunity to help develop a novel, disruptive medical product that will impact the lives of millions of people around the world.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed twelve minutes ago

Mechanical Engineer - Capital Works Projects (Mining)

at COSOL

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mackay, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

Cosol is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for capital works projects at a Northern Bowen Basin Mine site.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

12m ago

Listed ten minutes ago

Mechanical Engineer - Capital Works Projects (Mining)

at COSOL

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

Cosol is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for capital works projects at a Northern Bowen Basin Mine site.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

10m ago

Listed one day ago

Junior Construction Engineer (Electrical or Civil)

at vitae group pty ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Broadmeadows, Melbourne VIC

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Long Term Contract Position
Data Centre Construction Projects
Broadmeadows Location

Long Term Contract Position
Data Centre Construction Projects
Broadmeadows Location

Long Term Contract, Electrical Distribution Projects, Immediate Start Available.

Recruited byAndy Malek

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Engineering Pathways Program Officer

at Logan City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Logan Central, Brisbane QLD

Public Transport | Free Parking | Onsite Cafe
Work life balance | 9-day fortnight (72.5hrs)
Contract role | 3rd June 2027

Public Transport | Free Parking | Onsite Cafe
Work life balance | 9-day fortnight (72.5hrs)
Contract role | 3rd June 2027

Design and deliver Council's Engineering Academy, creating end‑to‑end pathways for graduate and early career engineers.

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Intelligent Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

South West & M5 Corridor, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Lead role working on a major new facility
Key interface between external design consultants and internal stakeholders
Client-side role with strong influence across the design lifecycle

Lead role working on a major new facility
Key interface between external design consultants and internal stakeholders
Client-side role with strong influence across the design lifecycle

Rare opportunity to work as a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a sought-after organisation operating within a highly regulated, complex environment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical)

at Blackbook Executive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Frankston, Melbourne VIC

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

Contract opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer delivering equipment upgrades and piping systems across major industrial projects.