Senior Drainage Engineer – Water Resources
At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.
What you’ll do
As a Senior drainage engineer based in our Brisbane Water Resources Team, you’ll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.
Lead and coordinate drainage engineering projects from concept through to delivery.
Develop innovative and sustainable drainage designs aligned with client and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical support and mentorship to junior engineers.
Collaborate closely with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure project success.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
What you’ll bring
RPEQ accreditation
Proven drainage experience in civil infrastructure projects (particularly in road and rail projects)
Experience working with Austroads guidelines, QLD TMR standards & specifications and QUDM (rail drainage standards and specifications would be desirable).
Strong technical capability in key software including 12d, DRAINS, MUSIC
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects effectively.
Commitment to Aurecon’s values of integrity, innovation, and sustainability.
How we support your growth
We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.
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. They are the ones who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is our purpose. Bringing ideas to life. This is The Aurecon Way.
Ready for your next adventure?
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 most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.
Skills Required
- RPEQ accreditation
- Proven drainage experience in civil infrastructure projects, particularly road and rail
- Experience with Austroads guidelines
- Experience with QLD TMR standards and specifications
- Experience with QUDM (rail drainage standards and specifications)
- Strong technical capability in 12d, DRAINS, MUSIC
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects effectively
- Commitment to Aurecon's values of integrity, innovation, and sustainability
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.
