About SMEC

SMEC, a member of the SJ Group, is a global professional service that provides high quality consultancy services on major infrastructure projects. We are ranked among the world's top infrastructure design firms and we have won numerous industry awards for technical excellence.

The Role

We are currently seeking an Associate Drafter – Dams & Hydropower to contribute to the development and production of project deliverables in our Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne office and assist on major projects across ANZ. With a minimum of 8 years of commercial experience in civil design, you will play a key role in providing top‑class design drawings to our clients. With a track record of achievement in a similar role, you will have gained your experience in an engineering design consultancy and have a passion for building trusted relationships to drive positive change and win recent work.

The Ideal Candidate Will Be Able To Demonstrate
Minimum 12 years in a similar role with civil design for infrastructure projects, ideally with dams and hydropower
Proven 12D or Civil3D experience essential
Ability to check structural drawings/designs
Experience working on infrastructure projects including familiarity with local Australian standards





What We Offer
Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
Exposure to a diverse and ethical client base
Mentorship from industry leaders
Structured professional development programs and study support
National and international career pathways
Additional purchased leave and annual “Celebration Day” leave
Generous parental leave (primary and secondary carers)
Wellbeing initiatives and support programs
18 weeks of universal paid parental leave
Access to strong qualified networks, role models, mentoring and sponsorship programs

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working setting that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation.
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📌 Associate Drafter Dams & Hydropower Brisbane City (Australia)
🏢 SMEC (An SJ Group
📍 Australia