Civil Design Engineer – Renewables & Infrastructure | Brisbane
Join a fast‐growing project delivery and engineering consultancy delivering major renewable energy and infrastructure projects across Australia & New Zealand.
SPD is expanding, and we're looking for aCivil Design Engineerto support our growing pipeline of solar, wind, BESS, substation and transmission projects across the region.
If you're passionate about civil design, multidisciplinary coordination, and contributing to the delivery of complex renewable energy assets — this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and career growth.
Why SPD?
At SPD, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and project professionals on high‐impact projects, with opportunities to grow, specialise, and take ownership of your work.
We offer a supportive team culture, adaptable work arrangements, and exposure to major renewable programs across Australia and New Zealand.
The Role
As aCivil Design Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering civil engineering designs and supporting multidisciplinary project delivery across renewable energy and network infrastructure projects.
You will work closely with electrical, structural, and project delivery teams to ensure designs are safe, compliant, constructible, and aligned with SPD's quality and design control processes.
Key Responsibilities
You will be involved in:
Preparing civil designs including earthworks, site grading, drainage, access roads, hardstands, trenching and substation/BESS civil works
Undertaking engineering calculations for earthworks, drainage, hydraulics, pavements and geotechnical interpretation
Coordinating civil interfaces with electrical, structural and transmission disciplines
Applying ISO ****‐aligned design control processes and maintaining design documentation




Participating in Safety in Design (SiD) workshops and supporting risk mitigation activities
Preparing technical specifications, responding to RFIs and reviewing contractor submissions
Supporting construction activities through site inspections and technical reviews
Engaging with clients, Owner's Engineers, contractors and consultants
About You
Mandatory:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
3–8+ years' experience in civil engineering design
Experience in infrastructure, industrial or renewable energy projects
Proficiency with Civil 3D, 12D or similar design tools
Experience in solar, wind, BESS, substation or transmission projects
Exposure to EPC/EPCM or Owner's Engineer environments
Working towards Chartered status (CPEng)
Technical Strengths
We're looking for someone with experience in:
Earthworks and drainage design
Civil modelling and analysis
Geotechnical and hydrological interpretation
Australian Standards and local authority requirements
Multidisciplinary coordination and design integration
What Success Looks Like
Delivery of accurate, compliant and constructible civil designs
Strong coordination across engineering disciplines
Reduction in RFIs and design rework
High‐quality deliverables aligned with project schedules
Positive feedback from clients and project stakeholders
Location
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a civil engineer who wants to work on meaningful renewable energy and infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and join SPD as we continue to deliver the next generation of energy and infrastructure assets.
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