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SMEC

Experienced Engineer - Rail & Metro

Posted 28/05/2026
Closes 11/06/2026

Brisbane Airport, 4008, Brisbane, Queensland

Full time

Not specified

This is a Experienced Engineer - Rail & Metro role with SMEC based in Brisbane, QLD, AU
== SMEC ==

Role Seniority - mid level, senior

More about the Experienced Engineer - Rail & Metro role at SMEC

  • Play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries

  • Work in a truly flexible environment with an incredibly supportive team

  • Environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged

Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC and the SJ Group

About SMEC

SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation.

With over 16,500 employees working out of 120 offices in 40+ countries throughout Australasia, Asia, the Middle East, UK, Africa, North and South America, we partner with our parent company Surbana Jurong and sister company Robert Bird Group (RBG) to deliver integrated Infrastructure, Urban Development and Management Services expertise to our clients worldwide.

The Role

We are currently seeking a talented Experienced Civil Engineer to join our Rail division on a permanent basis. Working closely with our other specialist, you will assist with the design and coordination of multimillion-dollar Rail Transport Infrastructure projects both locally and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Civil design delivery on major rail projects

  • Design coordination support to the Project Manager / Design Manager

  • Conduct site inspections and field work when needed

  • Ensuring that analysis and design tasks undertaken meet appropriate technical standards and the requirements of the client and SMEC

  • Proactively collaborating with appropriate team members, contributors and stakeholders to maintain quality, timeliness and co-ordination of project deliverables

  • Apply project management principles in carrying out assigned tasks and accomplish project deliverables to the required standard and in a timely manner

About You

  • Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or equivalent

  • 5+ years’ industry experience in civil work design

  • Previous track, drainage or earthwork design is advantageous

  • Excellent communication skills – written and verbal

  • Understanding of Australian standards and codes

What We Offer

  • Flexible working arrangements, including work-from-home options

  • Clear career pathways and unique “SMEC Adventures” development opportunities

  • Professional development initiatives for all career levels

  • Mentoring from industry leaders

  • Tertiary education support

  • Purchased additional annual leave

  • Generous paid parental leave (primary & secondary carers)

  • Wellbeing programs and benefits

  • Active social clubs and regular event

How to Apply

To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Awestha Momand - **************@sjgroup.com

All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role does not require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fee

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the SMEC team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined

Key Responsibilities

  • ️ Delivering civil design
  • Conducting site inspections
  • Collaborating with team members

Key Strengths

  • Civil design delivery
  • Design coordination support
  • ️ Excellent communication skills
  • Understanding of Australian standards
  • Previous track, drainage or earthwork design
  • Project management principles

A Final Note: This is a role with SMEC not with Hatch.

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