Senior Design Engineer, Braeside VIC

Keller; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job stability

Flexible working environment

Learning and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Keller Australia is seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join our Engineering team in Braeside, VIC. You will lead geotechnical design work across piling and ground improvement, mentor engineers, and contribute to innovative, commercially effective solutions.

You’ll work closely with the Engineering Manager to drive tenders, estimates, and project delivery while upholding Keller HSEQ standards. The role requires a Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree, 7–10+ years geotechnical design

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering is required.
• 7–10+ years’ experience in geotechnical design and project delivery are expected.
• Professional Engineer status with ability to obtain registration and licensing across Australia (Vic, SA, TAS).
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation systems and ground improvement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review detailed geotechnical and structural designs for piling and ground improvement projects.
• Provide technical support and design verification during project delivery.
• Undertake advanced numerical modelling and analysis.
• Mentor and develop graduate engineers and other developing design staff.
• Support tenders, estimates, technical submissions, and constructability reviews.
• Ensure designs comply with Australian Standards, client requirements and Keller HSEQ standards.
• Develop innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Numerical modelling

Leadership

Mentoring

Collaboration

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Plaxis 2D/3D

WALLAP

RAPT

ADSEC

Job description

About Keller Australia

Keller Australia is the world’s largest geotechnical engineering contractor. For over 60 years, we have delivered industry-leading foundation and ground improvement solutions to the building, construction, and mining sectors across Australia.

We are known for our collaborative culture, commitment to employee development, and strong focus on health and safety. Our people value the supportive environment and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to complex, high-impact projects.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join our growing Engineering team based in Braeside VIC.

Working closely alongside the Engineering Manager, this role will provide technical leadership across tenders, estimates, and project delivery while supporting the ongoing development of Keller’s engineering capability nationally.

You will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and implementing detailed geotechnical designs across piling and ground improvement projects, while mentoring developing engineers and contributing to innovative and commercially effective engineering solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review detailed geotechnical and structural designs for piling and ground improvement projects
• Provide technical support and design verification during project delivery
• Undertake advanced numerical modelling and analysis
• Mentor and develop graduate engineers and other developing design staff
• Support tenders, estimates, technical submissions, and constructability reviews
• Ensure designs comply with Australian Standards, client requirements, and Keller HSEQ standards
• Develop innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders
• Support business development activities and represent Keller in technical discussions where required

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• 7–10+ years’ experience in geotechnical design and project delivery
• Professional Engineer status with ability to obtain registration and licensing across Australia, including Victoria, South Australia, and Tasmania
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, foundation systems, and ground improvement solutions
• High level proficiency in software including Plaxis 2D/3D, WALLAP, RAPT, ADSEC, or similar geotechnical modelling tools
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring capability
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of Australian Standards including AS2159, AS3600, and AS4100
• Structural and Civil Engineering experience will be highly regarded

Why work with us

• Job stability with a global leader
• Flexible working environment
• Strong commitment to learning and development
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Contribute to sustainability improvements in construction
• Knowledge-sharing from global experts
• Fair employment practices with a focus on promoting from within
• Exposure to innovative projects and career progression opportunities

Keller Australia is an equal opportunity employer, and we support diversity in our workforce. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTI+; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.