Senior Design Engineer

Council Jobs; Camden; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35-hour week

Flexible leave

Free parking

Health program (flu vaccinations, skin

Wellbeing leave options

Job summary

Council Jobs in New South Wales seeks a Senior Design Engineer to drive investigations and design for civil infrastructure. The role involves estimates, reports, and managing external consultants to meet defined timelines.

The ideal candidate has extensive civil engineering design experience, surveying knowledge, and a strong client and community engagement focus. Local government background and traffic/structural project exposure are valued.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in scoping, planning, investigating, designing and estimating civil projects.
• Knowledge of design standards, guidelines, and practices.
• Experience in surveying with modern instruments and GPS.
• Experience in project management, budgeting, and timelines.
• Strong communication and report writing skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and DRAINS.
• Experience in geotechnical, traffic, and structural projects; local government knowledge.
• Construction and project management with traffic controller qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and design civil infrastructure projects.
• Prepare estimates and related design reports.
• Manage external consultants and timelines.
• Provide engineering advice to council departments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on multiple projects.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering design

Surveying knowledge

Communication

Customer engagement

Analytical thinking

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

DRAINS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work Type:Temporary Full Time up to 12 months

Enjoy a 35 hour workingweek

Flexibility throughleave provisions

Close to shops andamenities

Professional careerdevelopment opportunities

Health program includingfree flu vaccinations, skin checks, and health and wellbeing leave optionsincluding Fitness Passport

Ample free parking

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.
We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.
As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

We are looking for an experienced Senior Design Engineer to undertake investigations and design of civil infrastructure. The successful applicant will be well versed in the preparation of estimates and related design reports as well as experience in the Project management of external consultants and the ability to provide engineering advice and services to the various departments within Council. If you value being an integral member of a collaborative team, working with multiple projects to defined timelines, we want to hear from you.

Don’t miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.

Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineer or equivalent

Extensive experience in scoping, planning, investigating, designing, and estimating civil engineering projects

Comprehensive knowledge of engineering design standards, guidelines, and practices

Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills to tackle complex engineering challenges

Knowledge in surveying with modern instruments and GPS technologies

Experience in project management, budgeting, and timelines

Strong customer and community engagement focus, with excellent communication, negotiation and report writing skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and Design Software Programs, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and DRAINS

Experience in geotechnical, traffic, and structural engineering projects, including investigation, analysis, and design

Previous local government experience and knowledge of government procedures

Construction and project management experience, with traffic controller qualifications

Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community.

Further Information

Amir Zadeh, Acting Manager Assets & Design Services on 02 4653 3***

Closing Date for above position

19/10/2026