Engineer- Roads & Highways (Pavements)

Surbana Consultants Pte Ltd – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) branch; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC in Australia is seeking an Engineer – Roads Highways (Pavements) to join our transport team delivering pavement design solutions across major road and transport infrastructure projects in New South Wales and across Australia.

You will contribute to planning, analysis and design of flexible, rigid and composite pavement solutions, developing your technical expertise under guidance of experienced leaders in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent required.
• 1–4 years' experience in pavement design and transport infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to flexible and rigid pavement design methodologies.
• Experience with pavement analysis and design software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pavement analysis and design solutions for transport infrastructure projects.
• Undertake pavement investigations, assessments and rehabilitation studies.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
• Support the delivery of projects in accordance with Austroads guidelines, TfNSW standards and Australian Standards.
• Assist with project planning, budgeting and programme management activities.
• Coordinate effectively with roads, drainage, structures and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Skills

Pavement design

Transport infrastructure

Technical reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Pavement analysis software

Job description

About the job

Join a global consultancy delivering iconic infrastructure projects Work alongside industry-leading specialists in a collaborative, flexible environment Shape your career with genuine professional growth opportunities.

About SMEC

SMEC is a global engineering consultancy renowned for delivering complex, sustainable infrastructure solutions across transport, water, energy, and urban development markets. Our teams are empowered to innovate, solve technical challenges, and contribute to projects that positively shape communities across Australia and worldwide.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines.

SMEC provides a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.

As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave.

We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.

Infrastructure

At SMEC, we understand that our continued success within the infrastructure market is the result of building long‑term client relationships. We listen and understand the specific needs of our clients and deliver a complete value chain of services to provide sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide.

The Role

Ready to help shape the future of Sydney's transport infrastructure? As an Engineer – Roads Highways (Pavements), you'll work alongside a highly regarded transport team delivering pavement design solutions across major road, highway and transport infrastructure projects throughout New South Wales and across Australia.

You’ll contribute to the planning, analysis and design of flexible, rigid and composite pavement solutions while developing your technical expertise under the guidance of experienced industry leaders.

Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you’ll play an important role in delivering high‑quality outcomes that provide long‑term value for clients and communities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pavement analysis and design solutions for transport infrastructure projects
• Undertake pavement investigations, assessments and rehabilitation studies
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, specifications and design documentation
• Support the delivery of projects in accordance with relevant Austroads guidelines, TfNSW standards and Australian Standards
• Assist with project planning, budgeting and programme management activities
• Coordinate effectively with roads, drainage, structures and multidisciplinary design teams
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and project stakeholders
• Contribute to technical innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent
• 1-4 years' experience in pavement design and transport infrastructure projects
• Exposure to flexible and rigid pavement design methodologies
• Working knowledge of Austroads pavement design guides and relevant Australian Standards
• Experience using pavement analysis and engineering software packages
• Strong technical reporting and communication skills
• A collaborative approach and commitment to quality outcomes
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work efficiently
• An interest in continuing to develop as a technical specialist within transport infrastructure