Senior Highways Engineer

AECOM; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Extra annual leave (up to 6 weeks)

Volunteer and representation leave

Flexible public holidays

Job summary

AECOM in Perth, WA is seeking a Highways Engineer to lead geometric design for highways, arterials and interchanges across Western Australia. You will deliver MRWA-aligned concept to detail designs, prepare reports, and manage interfaces with drainage and pavement teams.

You will collaborate with civil, structural, and environmental specialists, coordinate with MRWA and clients, and contribute to planning, proposals and fee estimates while working in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• At least five years' experience in road/highway engineering with MRWA project delivery in WA.
• Strong knowledge of MRWA Engineering Road Note series, Austroads guides and Australian Standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform geometric design for highways, arterial roads, intersections and interchanges.
• Prepare concept, preliminary and detailed designs per MRWA requirements and Austroads standards.
• Produce design reports, drawings, specs and construction packages; coordinate drainage and pavements.
• Support road safety assessments, reviews and design quality checks.
• Lead tasks to meet quality, budget and programme objectives with cross-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MRWA Road Notes

Austroads Guidelines

Australian Standards

Job description

• Primary Location: AU - Perth, WA - 58 Mounts Bay Road

Company Description

Come grow with us.

AECOM is involved in the most interesting and challenging transport infrastructure projects that are shaping the landscape around us and defining the future of Australia and NZ. We live and breathe culture, making sure our lives are integrated with our professional development and we actively enjoy the journey.

Our teams work collaboratively across the world and our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Our expertise in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Highways Engineer to contribute to major highway, arterial road, intersection and interchange projects across Western Australia.

This opportunity will suit a civil engineer with demonstrated Main Roads WA (MRWA) project experience and a strong understanding of local design standards and practices. You will apply your technical expertise, collaborate with specialists across disciplines and develop practical solutions that meet client and project requirements.

What will a day in this role look like?

Undertake geometric design of highways, arterial roads, intersections and interchanges, developing road alignments, cross-sections and earthworks.

Prepare concept, preliminary and detailed designs in accordance with MRWA requirements, Austroads guidelines and relevant Australian Standards.

Produce design reports, drawings, specifications and construction packages, coordinating drainage interfaces and pavement considerations.

Participate in road safety assessments, technical reviews and design quality checks.

Manage allocated tasks to meet quality, budget and programme objectives, working alongside civil, structural, drainage, traffic and environmental specialists.

Build relationships with MRWA, local government and other transportation clients, contributing to meetings, workshops and technical discussions.

Support project planning, client reporting, proposals and fee estimates.

Provide construction support, including responding to contractor queries and RFIs, reviewing shop drawings and attending site inspections as required.

Qualifications

The qualities that help you thrive

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role.

A Bachelor of Civil Engineering or an equivalent recognised qualification.

At least five years experience in road and highway engineering, including demonstrated experience delivering MRWA projects in Western Australia.

Strong knowledge of the MRWA Engineering Road Note series, Design and Project Management Guidelines, Austroads Guides and relevant Australian Standards.

Experience in geometric design for highways, arterial roads and intersections.

Proven ability to coordinate design interfaces and work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Strong communication skills and a practical approach to solving engineering problems.

Eligibility for Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or progress towards chartership.

Additional Information

Why you'll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

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