Civil Drafter

AECOM; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning and professional development

Up to 6 weeks additional annual leave

Flexible work arrangements

Financial study assistance

Job summary

AECOM in Western Australia is seeking a Highway Draftsman to contribute to major transport projects. This role emphasizes delivering design across civil infrastructure, ensuring quality outputs in a supportive environment.

Applicants should have 2–6 years of relevant experience, strong skills in AutoCAD, and the ability to manage deadlines effectively. AECOM promotes continuous professional development and offers flexible work arrangements, making it a great opportunity for professionals eager to grow.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years' experience in highway or road infrastructure drafting.
• Solid skills in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Good understanding of highway geometry and drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver highways design across transport infrastructure projects.
• Produce high-quality drawings and models.
• Provide technical guidance and support to design team members.

Skills

Highway infrastructure drafting

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Engineering principles

Attention to detail

Education

Qualifications in Civil Engineering Drafting or related field

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Job description

The Perth highways team is looking for a Highway Draftsman to contribute to major transport projects locally and nationally. The role involves working on a healthy pipeline of projects, with a supportive ANZ technical network that provides consistent project exposure. Location: On‑Site

Responsibilities

• Deliver highways design across transport infrastructure projects, including civil arrangements, geometric design (road, cycleway, footpath), signage, PUP and safety barriers
• Produce high‑quality drawings and models in line with RPDM, AustRoads and client standards
• Provide technical guidance and support to design team members, including mentoring and training on digital design tools and workflows
• Work under limited supervision to manage your own deliverables while contributing to broader project outcomes
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, supporting the integration and federation of design inputs across projects
• Contribute to design documentation and ensure outputs meet project specifications, quality standards and delivery timelines
• Support the use of BIM and digital engineering tools to enhance design coordination and project delivery

Qualifications

• 2–6 years’ experience in highway or road infrastructure drafting, ideally across transport and civil infrastructure projects
• Solid skills in AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D, with exposure to MicroStation or OpenRoads viewed favourably
• Good understanding of highway geometry, road design principles and drafting standards, with the ability to work from engineering sketches, models and technical specifications
• Strong attention to detail, good organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work; experience with AustRoads, Main Roads WA or similar Australian standards is advantageous
• Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering Drafting, Engineering Design or a related field; exposure to BIM, 12D, OpenRoads Designer or construction documentation would also be beneficial

Benefits

• Continuous learning and growth—lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Flex public holidays—swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‑time, job‑sharing and hybrid work options

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and commit to equity, diversity and inclusion within our workplace.