About the job
Join a global consultancy delivering iconic infrastructure projects
Work alongside industry-leading specialists in a collaborative, flexible environment
Shape your career with genuine professional growth opportunities
About SMEC
SMEC delivers smart solutions for clients and communities in Infrastructure, Urban Development and Energy & Resources driven by a desire to improve the world in which we live. Our diverse and skilled teams are engaged in major projects across Transport, Water, Energy and Renewables sectors.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. SMEC provides a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.
As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.
Infrastructure
At SMEC, we understand that our continued success within the infrastructure market is the result of building long-term client relationships. We listen and understand the specific needs of our clients and deliver a complete value chain of services to provide sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide.
The Role
Ready to take the lead on impactful transport projects across Queensland?
As an Experienced Engineer – Roads & Highways, you’ll bring strong design capability and practical project management skills to a diverse portfolio of small to medium-scale infrastructure projects. You’ll take ownership of analysis and design tasks, ensuring all deliverables meet relevant Australian Standards, client expectations and internal quality benchmarks.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Deliver high-quality analysis and design outcomes aligned with technical standards and client requirements
Independently undertake key technical tasks across multiple projects
Apply project management principles to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
Prepare technical reports and proposals for small to medium projects
Monitor scope and risk while effectively using business systems
Build and manage strong client relationships (internal and external)
Collaborate within a diverse, multi-disciplinary team environment
About You
Suitable applicants will be/have:
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
6+ years of experience in roads and highways design
Solid understanding of relevant Australian Standards and specifications
Strong project management and organisational skills
Ability to interpret and communicate complex technical information
A proactive, client-focused mindset
Excellent time management and the ability to juggle competing priorities
Confidence working independently while contributing positively to team success
Proficiency across relevant engineering software and business systems
Awareness of project management, WHS management and CRM principles
A developing capability in safety in design and risk identification
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Carl Thiedeke – carl.thiedeke@smec.com
To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at www.smec.com/careers
All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.
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At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
SMEC simplifies the complex. We unlock the potential of our people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future.
We are committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.
Our origins date back to the iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme, one of the engineering wonders of the world, and for the last 75 years we have built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport, water and energy infrastructure projects around the world.
We are specialists in providing design leadership, consulting and advisory expertise across the roads and highways, rail and metro, aviation, hydropower, urban communities and renewable energy sectors.
Today our specialist teams draw on deep expertise and systems thinking to simplify the complex and deliver integrated engineering solutions across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.
For the latest news, visit our newsroom www.smec.com/newsroom or read about the innovations and solutions shaping our communities on our Insights blog Insights (smec.com).
At SMEC, our global workforce is made up of experts who bring unique talent, experience and passion to their fields.
We offer a rewarding career path for enthusiastic and collaborative achievers who are motivated to help us engineer positive change. We’d love to hear from you - for more information or to view current vacancies visit www.smec.com/careers.
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