Engineer / Technical Officer - Road Design

Department of Transport; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transport Victoria in Melbourne, VIC, is seeking an Engineer / Technical Officer – Road Design to support the design, documentation and delivery of road and traffic projects across Victoria. You will work under supervision on concepts to detailed designs including 3D modelling and equipment like MicroStation and OpenRoads.

This role emphasizes Safe Systems principles, stakeholder engagement, and producing reports and technical advice within set timeframes and budgets.

Qualifications

• Collaborates effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Delivers work by prioritising tasks and meeting plans.
• Applies sound judgement and uses policies to resolve issues.
• Applies foundational engineering knowledge to develop practical solutions.
• Open to new approaches in road/traffic engineering and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Support road design from concept through to detailed design.
• Develop road layouts, intersections, drainage, safety barriers, signage, line marking and 3D modelling.
• Prepare reports, briefs and technical advice for stakeholders.

Skills

Collaboration

Task prioritisation

Problem solving

Engineering knowledge

Adaptability

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Job description

Job Description

Engineer / Technical Officer - Road Design

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria – Melbourne VIC

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We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

The Engineer / Technical Officer Road Design supports the design, documentation and delivery of road and traffic engineering projects across Victoria. Working under supervision, the role contributes to projects from concept through to detailed design, including road layouts, intersections, drainage, safety barriers, signage, line marking and 3D modelling.

The role uses MicroStation and OpenRoads to develop designs, drawings and project documentation within agreed timeframes and budgets. It applies road design and traffic engineering standards and supports Safe Systems principles to improve road safety. The role also builds effective stakeholder relationships and prepares reports, briefs and technical advice.

What we're looking for (Selection Criteria)

• You're someone who works collaboratively, sharing information, supporting colleagues and contributing positively to achieving team goals.
• You're someone who delivers work effectively, prioritising tasks according to urgency and impact, working to agreed plans and maintaining accurate project records.
• You're someone who applies sound judgement and problem-solving skills, using established policies and processes to resolve issues and seeking guidance when needed.
• You're someone who applies foundational engineering knowledge professionally, using relevant standards, guidelines, codes and risk controls to develop and document practical engineering solutions.
• You're someone who is adaptable and technically capable, open to new approaches and developing skills in road and traffic engineering, roadside safety, and CAD tools including MicroStation and OpenRoads.

Qualifications and experience

You'llbring:

• Victorian Driver's License
• Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Ability to travel within the state for site inspections

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Vincent Nguyen, Senior Manager Road Design at **************@transport.vic.gov.au.

Redeployees

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