Design Engineer

Careers at Council; Mildura; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Arrangements

Relocation Assistance

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Learning and Professional Development

Job summary

Mildura Rural City Council is seeking a Design Engineer to contribute to a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure projects. You will engage across planning, investigation, design and delivery of roads, drainage and capital works to benefit the community.

The role requires a degree in Civil/Mechanical/Structural Eng and experience with road and drainage design, AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering with experience in civil design and construction.
• Demonstrated experience in design of roads, drainage and related civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning, investigation, design and delivery of roads, drainage and capital works.
• Influence project outcomes across diverse civil infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical specifications and tender documentation; evaluate submissions.
• Engage with consultants, contractors, authorities and community stakeholders.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Technical specifications

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Structural Eng degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Join a high-performing team that values development, collaboration and professional growth. As a Design Engineer, you will contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects while building your expertise across a diverse range of civil engineering disciplines.

• Full Time
• Job Number: R2774
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 27 August 2026

About the Opportunity

Working across a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure projects, you'll have the opportunity to influence the planning, investigation, design and delivery of roads, drainage and capital works projects that make a real difference to our community. If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise is valued, your ideas are welcomed, and your career can continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

What you will bring

Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

• Degree qualifications in Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering, with experience in civil engineering design and construction.
• Demonstrated experience in the design of roads, drainage and associated civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D and related engineering design software.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while delivering quality outcomes within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Experience preparing technical specifications, tender documentation and evaluating contractor submissions.
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with consultants, contractors, authorities, colleagues and community members.

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 6 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $96,410.60 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits

As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Relocation Assistance available to support a move to the region
• Monthly Accrued Day Off
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. As an employer of choice and a Gold Award winner in the Business Excellence Awards, we are committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

• A completed Job Application Form
• A resume
• A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered

Want to know more?

Visit www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.

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