b Overview /b p In this role you will help shape Western Australia’s road network by delivering highway and arterial road projects. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to apply MRWA standards and deliver practical, design-led solutions. You will be involved in geometric design, design documentation, safety assessments and coordination with clients and specialists. This is a hands-on engineering role that combines technical execution with stakeholder collaboration to support trusted infrastructure outcomes. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Flexible work arrangements (hybrid work options) /li li Additional annual leave up to 6 weeks /li li Volunteer and representation leave /li li Flex public holidays /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Geometric design of highways, arterial roads, intersections and interchanges including alignments and earthworks /li li Prepare concept, preliminary and detailed designs per MRWA, Austroads and Australian Standards /li li Produce design reports, drawings, specifications and construction packages; manage drainage interfaces and pavement considerations /li li Participate in road safety assessments, technical reviews and design quality checks /li li Coordinate design interfaces within multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, drainage, traffic, environment) /li li Build and maintain relationships with MRWA, local government and other clients; participate in meetings and workshops /li li Support project planning, client reporting, proposals and fee estimates /li li Provide construction support: respond to contractor queries, review shop drawings, attend site inspections /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent /li li At least five years’ experience in road/highway engineering with MRWA project delivery in WA /li li Strong knowledge of MRWA Engineering Road Note series, Design and Project Management Guidelines, Austroads Guides and Australian Standards /li li Experience in geometric design for highways, arterial roads and intersections /li li Proven ability to coordinate design interfaces and work in multidisciplinary teams /li li Strong communication skills and practical problem-solving approach /li li Eligibility for CPEng or progress towards chartership /li li Current Australian working rights /li /ul ul li Strong communication /li li Practical problem solving /li li Collaborative mindset /li li MRWA Engineering Road Note series /li li Design and Project Management Guidelines (Austroads) /li li Austroads Guides /li /ul
Senior Highways Engineer employer: AECOM
At AECOM, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our extensive career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working model, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in the South East, where you can make a meaningful impact on transport planning while enjoying a range of personalised benefits tailored to support your well-being and professional aspirations.
