Drainage Engineer
At Aurecon, we are engineering optimists who see the world differently. We ask what’s possible and turn ideas into impact. Here, you’ll bring your expertise to challenges that matter, alongside people who think boldly and are determined to make a difference.
What you’ll do
As a Drainage Engineer in our Water, Environment and Land team in our Melbourne office, you’ll help deliver practical and resilient stormwater solutions across transport, water, energy and infrastructure projects. You will -
· Design stormwater systems including pits and pipes, channels, culverts and water quality assets.
· Undertake hydrological and hydraulic assessments from concept through to detailed design and construction support.
· Develop drainage models using 12d, with opportunities to build capability in HEC-RAS, DRAINS and TUFLOW.
· Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated drainage solutions and improve our digital tools and workflows.
Your experience and expertise
You enjoy getting into the technical detail while understanding the bigger picture: creating solutions that protect people, places and the environment.
· A degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with around 3–6 years’ relevant experience in drainage, stormwater or water quality.
· Experience with drainage design or modelling software such as 12d, HEC-RAS, DRAINS or TUFLOW.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an understanding of relevant Australian standards and design guidance.
· Clear communication and collaboration skills, with an interest in sustainability, climate resilience and continuing your professional development.
How we support your growth
Engineering possibilities for your career means having room to shape what comes next. You bring your ambition and commitment to lifelong learning, and we provide the foundation and development to help you turn your aspirations into achievement.
The Aurecon Way guides how we think, act and work together, what we value and how we invest in our people. You’ll be part of a culture built on clear expectations, optimism and determination, where you can feel safe, included and empowered to speak openly, think boldly and deliver brilliantly.
Who we are
We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.
Ready to engineer possibilities?
If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact [email protected].
Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re interested in your thinking and experience, so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.
Skills Required
- Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Around 3–6 years of relevant experience in drainage, stormwater, or water quality
- Experience with drainage design or modelling software such as 12d, HEC-RAS, DRAINS, or TUFLOW
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of relevant Australian standards and design guidance
- Clear communication and collaboration skills
- Interest in sustainability, climate resilience, and continuing professional development
Aurecon Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aurecon and has not been reviewed or approved by Aurecon.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work is emphasized, allowing employees to choose where and when they work based on business needs. Feedback suggests this flexibility meaningfully enhances work-life balance and the overall value of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-focused policies include paid and unpaid parental leave and options such as extended unpaid sabbaticals. Feedback suggests these provisions help employees manage caregiving alongside career demands.
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Healthcare Strength — Health support is presented as robust, with free, around-the-clock medical, safety, and mental-health assistance for employees and their families. These services appear to strengthen day-to-day wellbeing.
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What We Do
Aurecon is a design, engineering, and advisory company that provides integrated solutions across the entire asset lifecycle to tackle complex global challenges.
