An exciting opportunity to build software, integrate AI and drive data engineering for real-world water and environmental challenges as part of WRM's highly respected team of specialist engineers.

The role

Our data and automation engineer role offers excellent opportunities for growth and progression in a energetic, technically focused environment. This opportunity is open to applicants from graduate up to senior level, commensurate with experience.

Deliver high-value digital and data solutions to support complex water resource projects in the resource, infrastructure, development, government and insurance sectors

Bridge engineering, data and technology by translating water and environment problems into robust workflows, models, software and client deliverables across modelling, data analysis, reporting and internal business systems

Apply systems engineering thinking by understanding user needs, data flows, technical constraints and integration points, and helping design practical, maintainable systems that support project delivery and business improvement

Work alongside specialist water engineers todevelop and improve toolsand automation using programming, AI and analytics for greater technical quality, efficiency and consistency across project delivery

Guide technology work from concept to delivery, including scoping requirements, testing outputs, documenting solutions and supporting adoption by engineers and business users

Progress your career and continue your professional development with mentoring from highly skilled leaders and team members, and support for training, conferences and industry events

Contribute to our employee-focused business through our innovation, mentoring and wellbeing initiatives

Contribute to our business strategy,



we are an agile and inclusive business, where everyone's voice is heard.

The role can be full or part time, based in Brisbane, Melbourne or Darwin, with flexible working arrangements.

About you

The ideal candidate is an experienced and motivated engineer or data specialist, with solid problem solving and programming capability, and an interest in applying data, automation, AI and systems engineering principles to complex challenges.

Completed (or completing) degree in engineering, data science, computer science, or a related field

Strong capability in Python and coding applications, including developing reliable and structured scripts and tools for technical users

Experience working with engineering, environmental or spatial datasets, including data transformation, analysis, quality control and visualisation

Familiarity with spatial, terrain or modelling software packages such as QGIS, 12D, Civil 3D, or demonstrated ability to learn new technical platforms quickly

Interest in practical AI applications, including automation, knowledge management, model interrogation, reporting support, workflow improvement and responsible use of AI tools

Ability to think across systems, including users, processes, data, software, integrations and technical workflows

Ability to scope, coordinate and deliver technology work, including requirements gathering, testing,



documentation, stakeholder communication and continuous improvement

Excellent critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills

Keen to collaborate, share knowledge and build capability in a culture of technical excellence.

The WRM experience

WRM is a well-respected Australian specialist water and environment engineering consultancy. Our reputation is based on delivering excellent customer service and work of the highest quality. We maintain a fun, flexible, inclusive and engaging environment to both grow and support our people.

Build experience with a diverse portfolio of valued clients and draw on collective expertise to deliver industry best practice

Collaborate with colleagues, work with experts and be part of a highly regarded team of specialists

Help shape WRM's digital and systems capability by developing new tools, automations, integrations and AI-enabled approaches that improve the way we work

Deliver technical excellence and develop new approaches with the latest technology and innovationsProgress your career with a structured framework and mentoring to support technical, commercial and leadership development

Join a business with an agile, responsive leadership team committed to a culture of excellence

Work on projects across Australia from our offices that support flexible working and inter-office secondments

We offer a competitive salary based on performance and contribution, plus a sustainable profit share scheme.

Learn more about us!

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