SMEC is a global engineering consultancy delivering iconic infrastructure projects across Australia and internationally. We offer genuine career development, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders on complex and meaningful water infrastructure projects.
With a strong pipeline of work and long-standing client relationships, our Infrastructure team continues to grow — and we’re looking for a Senior Civil Engineer – Water Infrastructure to join our Sydney office.
The Opportunity
In this role, you’ll play a key part in the technical delivery, project management, and client engagement of water infrastructure projects locally and nationally.
You’ll be supported by experienced leaders while having the autonomy to take ownership of your projects and help drive commercial and technical success.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver technical design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects
- Lead and contribute to the design of:
- Pump stations
- Intakes
- Water retaining structures
- Apply project management principles to meet program, budget, and quality requirements
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated project outcomes
- Provide technical input into bids and proposals
- Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to winning repeat work
- Ensure designs meet relevant standards, client requirements, and SMEC quality expectations
About You
You are an experienced water infrastructure engineer who enjoys both technical delivery and client interaction, and you’re motivated to continue growing your career within a consultancy environment.
You Will Ideally Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or similar)
- 5–10 years’ experience in an engineering consultancy
- Solid experience in water infrastructure detailed design
- Proven ability to deliver projects and manage multiple stakeholders
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
What We Offer
- Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
- Ethical and diverse client portfolio
- Mentoring from industry leaders
- Structured professional development programs and study assistance
- National and international project opportunities
- Purchased additional annual leave
- Generous paid parental leave (primary and secondary)
- Wellbeing and employee support benefits
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📌 Senior Engineer - Water Infrastructure (New South Wales)
🏢 SMEC (An SJ Group
📍 New South Wales
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