Design Engineer

Pulse Software; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rainbow Cottage Childcare

Self-education expenses

Disability insurance

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing Program

Employee Assistance Program

Flu vaccination

Salary packaging options

Social club

Job summary

Dubbo Regional Council is seeking a Design Engineer to join the Infrastructure Strategy and Design branch in Dubbo, NSW. You will shape civil infrastructure from concept to completion, contributing to stormwater, road upgrades, and long-term planning.

A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, experience with 12d, MicroStation and XPSTORM, and Local Government design exposure are preferred. The role offers an attractive salary package in AUD and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or Environmental Engineering) recognised by Engineers Australia
• Experience using GNSS rovers, digital levels, Total Stations and Ground Penetrating Radar preferred
• Extensive Civil Engineering design experience in Local Government
• Proficiency with 12D, MicroStation, AutoTurn 11 and XPSTORM
• Strong interpersonal, communication and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver civil engineering plans and computer models meeting budget and strategic requirements
• Provide technical advice to internal and external stakeholders
• Undertake concept designs for long-term infrastructure planning

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Report writing

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

12D

MicroStation

XPSTORM

AutoTurn 11

Job description

Location: Dubbo

Compensation: Annual Salary AUD $100,399.00 - $116,679.00

Employment type: Full Time

At the heart of community. At the start of the future.

That's where you'll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Design Engineer.

Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.48 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you'll be part of that impact every single day. We're at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn't get much bigger than that.

Join us as a Design Engineer in our Infrastructure Strategy and Design branch and develop your skills and future career.

Find personal and professional growth

Step into a dynamic Infrastructure team as our new Design Engineer where your engineering expertise will directly impact the growth and development of an entire region. You'll actively contribute to the planning and advancement of Council's civil infrastructure, bringing strategic visions to life from concept through to completion while being supported by an experienced and collaborative team that values knowledge sharing and professional development.

In this diverse role you'll have the opportunity to be involved in extremely unique and exciting projects every day where you'll grow your skills by investigating, preparing, developing and managing engineering designs using civil design software including 12d, Microstation and XPSTORM. From complex stormwater drainage networks to comprehensive road upgrades spanning urban centers and rural landscapes, you'll master diverse engineering disciplines while building a portfolio of high-impact projects that showcase your growing expertise. Join our team and benefit from flexible working arrangements that allow you to thrive both professionally and personally.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Preparing and delivering civil engineering plans and/or computer models for the organisation to meet budget, strategic and operational requirements
• Providing technical advice to both internal and external stakeholders
• Undertaking concept designs for long term infrastructure planning

What you'll bring

You are an Engineering Professional who has a keen eye for detail, and developed skills in survey and design.

Experience in Local Government will be viewed favourably. A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or Environmental Engineering) and a demonstrated ability to use survey equipment including GNSS rovers, digital levels, Total Stations and Ground Penetrating Radar will be considered favourably, as well as extensive design experience in Local Government civil works.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Associate Degree in Civil Engineering, or demonstrated progression through a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent as recognised by Engineers Australia, or extensive Civil Engineering design experience
• Proficiency in the use of Design, Drafting and Microsoft Office software. (Council is currently using the following software packages – 12D, Microstation, Autoturn 11 and XPSTORM)
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills and ability to work within a team environment
• Well-developed report writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills

We would also love you to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or Environmental Engineering as recognised by Engineers Australia
• Demonstrated ability to use survey equipment including GNSS rovers, digital levels, total stations and groundpenetrating radar
• Extensive design experience in Local Government civil works

Ready to find more from work and life?

Join us and help strengthen our community and your career.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $100,399to $116,679 plus 3.5 % Civil Liabilities Allowance & Superannuation.

To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Engineering Design Team Leaderon 02 6801 6411 to make an enquiry.

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Why Dubbo Regional Council?

At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:

• Find purpose and impact

Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It'll always be that way. But right here, right now, we're at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

• Find personal and professional growth

You'll find so much variety here. We're doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

• Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don't have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you'll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better balance - enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances.
• Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
• Find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

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