Civil Track Engineer

KBR Careers; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Civil in Perth seeks a Civil Track Engineer to join our team delivering rail transport infrastructure projects. You will design, specify and provide engineering solutions for permanent way, track structure and associated civil works, reporting to the Civil Team Leader.

You will mentor junior engineers, develop designs from concept to detailed design, and collaborate with road, drainage and structural teams across WA and national projects.

Qualifications

• Major transport infrastructure project experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• On the pathway to CPEng and RPEQ within 3 years.
• On the pathway to designer competencies for track and civil engineering within 6 months.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD and Bentley OpenRail; 12D experience is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, interpretive and communication skills.
• Experience in business development and marketing activities is desirable.
• Interest in continuous improvement of technical knowledge.
• Ability to manage project and proposal budgets.
• Previous consulting/design experience in infrastructure as Track & Civil Engineer.
• Experience on PTA projects or understanding PTA EM4P procedures.
• Experience with ARC infrastructure, ARTC, freight rail, etc.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering deliverables to ensure QA standards.
• Develop complex rail track design from concept to detailed design.
• Prepare and check rail alignment, earthworks modelling and drainage designs.
• Create and review rail alignment, formation and earthworks drawings.
• Conduct and validate calculations using manual and computer methods.
• Prepare reports and technical specifications.
• Provide design solutions with other transport disciplines (road, drainage, structural).
• Ensure documentation is technically sound and clear.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, designers and drafters.
• Deliver complex work within budget, schedule and quality requirements.
• Engage with peers, clients, suppliers and authorities.
• Manage small projects or work packages on larger projects.

Skills

Rail track engineering

Civil design

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Bentley OpenRail

12D

Modeling & analysis

Budget management

Team mentorship

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Bentley OpenRail

12D

Job description

Title: Civil Track Engineer

Our KBR Civil team is a group of passionate and experienced transport specialists who have an opportunity for a Civil Track Engineer to join our team in Perth. Reporting to the Civil Team Leader you will contribute to the delivery of a variety of transport infrastructure projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, specification, and provision of engineering services for rail transportation systems, including permanent way, track structure, and associated civil works. You will work under general supervision as a technical specialist, applying engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to deliver high-quality solutions. As part of your role, you will support Perth-based projects while also contributing to other locations nationally as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with technical and quality assurance standards.


• Develop complex rail track engineering tasks and designs from concept through to detailed design level.


• Prepare and check horizontal and vertical rail alignment designs, earthworks modelling, and track drainage designs.


• Create and review rail alignment, formation, and earthworks drawings.


• Conduct and validate calculations using both manual methods and computer applications.


• Prepare and review reports and technical specifications.


• Provide design solutions in collaboration with other disciplines in the transport sector, such as road design, drainage design, and structural design.


• Ensure documentation is technically sound and easily understood.


• Mentor and coach junior engineers, designers, and drafters in model and design preparation.


• Deliver complex work within budget, schedule, and quality requirements.


• Engage with peers, team members, clients, suppliers, statutory authorities, and other consultants.


• Manage small projects and proposals or oversee work packages on larger projects.

Skills & Experience Required

• As an individual you are excited by the prospect of delivering iconic projects to the community and you will have a proven background in major transport infrastructure projects.


• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.


• On the pathway to obtaining CPEng and RPEQ (or equivalents) within 3 years.


• On the pathway to obtaining designer competencies for track and civil engineering or equivalents within 6 months.


• Proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD and Bentley OpenRail; experience with 12D is advantageous.


• Strong ability to analyse, interpret, and communicate information and modelling results.


• Exposure to business development and marketing activities is desirable.


• Keen interest in continuous improvement of technical knowledge and skills.


• Ability to manage project and proposal work package budgets effectively.


• Previous consulting, design, or technical experience in infrastructure projects as a Track & Civil Engineer.


• Proven experience on PTA projects or understanding of PTA EM4P procedures, standards and specifications.


• Experience in working with ARC infrastructure, ARTC, freight rail etc.

Why Join KBR?

At KBR, our people are the heart of our success. We create an environment where you can flourish, feel valued, and focus on doing what you do best.

Our Purpose: Together, we deliver infrastructure for a better tomorrow.

Our reputation for excellence is built on our people and our culture of caring, collaboration, learning, and trust. We partner seamlessly with our clients to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that make a lasting impact on communities across Australia.

Our Values:

• We Value Our People – We respect, trust, and empower our people to reach their full potential.


• We Deliver – We are committed to excellence and accountability in everything we do.


• We Are People of Integrity – We act ethically and responsibly, always.


• We Empower – We encourage innovation and give our people the autonomy to succeed.


• We Work Together – Collaboration is at the heart of our success as OneKBR.

Culture:

We’re a people company—great people doing great things. With the agility of a small firm and the capability of a global leader, we give our people autonomy, resources, and opportunities to grow in all directions.

Benefits:

• Work on iconic WA transport projects


• Flexible work arrangements and genuine work-life balance


• Ability to purchase additional leave


• Career development and leadership pathways


• A collaborative, supportive team culture where your ideas matter


• Shape tomorrow by applying today!

Additional KBR Information

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.