- Primary Location: AU - Perth, WA - 58 Mounts Bay Road

Company Description

Come grow with us.

AECOM is involved in the most engaging and challenging transport infrastructure projects that are shaping the landscape around us and defining the future of Australia and NZ. We live and breathe culture, making sure our lives are integrated with our professional development and we actively enjoy the journey.

Our teams work collaboratively across the world and our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Our expertise in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

Job Description

Bring your coastal expertise to complex maritime projects.

We are seeking a Principal Coastal Engineer to lead the design and assessment of coastal protection and maritime infrastructure, including rock revetments, seawalls, breakwaters, marine retaining walls and port developments.

Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will provide technical leadership from concept development through to detailed design and construction support. You will combine specialist engineering expertise with project delivery, client engagement and mentoring,



helping develop practical solutions for new infrastructure and existing assets.

- Lead the design and assessment of rock revetments, seawalls, breakwaters, shoreline stabilisation works and port and harbour infrastructure.
- Undertake and review coastal and hydraulic analyses, including wave, current and sediment transport assessments.
- Provide technical oversight of structural design and stability assessments for coastal protection structures and maritime infrastructure.
- Guide coastal modelling studies using industry standard software and translate findings into engineering recommendations.
- Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
- Lead condition assessments and inspections, recommending rehabilitation measures and supporting marine asset management.
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, regulators and multidisciplinary teams, managing deliverables to agreed quality, budget and schedule requirements.
- Provide construction support through site inspections, technical reviews and resolution of engineering queries.
- Contribute to proposals, business development and client relationship management, while mentoring engineers and sharing technical knowledge.

Qualifications

The qualities that help you thrive





The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role.

- A degree in Civil, Coastal or Maritime Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Extensive relevant experience, including technical leadership in the design and assessment of coastal protection and maritime infrastructure.
- Demonstrated expertise in rock revetments, seawalls, breakwaters and shoreline stabilisation.
- Strong knowledge of coastal processes, hydraulic loading, structural behaviour and stability assessment.
- Experience applying coastal modelling tools and interpreting results to inform design.
- Proven ability to prepare and review technical deliverables and coordinate multidisciplinary project inputs.
- Experience managing project scope, budgets, schedules and technical quality.
- Strong communication and client engagement skills, with a collaborative approach to mentoring and team development.
- Experience in marine asset assessments and construction support, along with Chartered Professional Engineer status, will be highly regarded.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us

- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options
- Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
- Volunteer and representation leave
- Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
- Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, an

📌 Principal Coastal Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Aecom
📍 Perth