Senior Scoping and Development Engineer - Bendigo/Benalla

Department of Transport and Planning; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Scoping and Development Engineer role at Department of Transport and Planning in Northern Victoria leads the planning and development of complex regional transport projects, ensuring technical soundness, accurate costing and readiness for delivery.

You will use CAD tools or external design services to develop civil designs, guide project development, manage risks and deliver benefits while providing technical leadership to junior staff and coordinating with internal teams and external

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum six years in engineering or project management.
• Experience with modern CAD packages.
• Current driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and development of complex regional transport projects.
• Ensure projects are technically sound, costed and delivery-ready.
• Engage stakeholders and secure permits and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership to junior staff and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Critical thinking

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Customer-focused

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Title: Senior Scoping and Development Engineer - Bendigo/Benalla

Requisition ID: 12550

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Northern Victoria

Date Posted: 4 Nov 2026

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

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 Senior Scoping and Development Engineer leads the planning and development of complex regional transport projects, ensuring they are technically sound, accurately costed and ready for delivery. The role uses CAD software or external design services to develop civil designs and ensures projects meet DTP standards, manage risks and deliver benefits.

Key responsibilities include engaging stakeholders, securing permits and required documentation, and ensuring projects comply with engineering standards and the DTP Project Management Framework. The role also provides technical leadership and guidance to junior staff, supports effective teamwork and coordinates project development with internal teams and external partners.

What We’re Looking For

• Applies critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop sustainable solutions, considering broader organisational and government priorities.


• Leads complex project delivery, managing risks, engaging senior stakeholders and balancing customer, team and organisational needs.


• Uses digital tools and technology effectively, supporting others and contributing to improved systems and processes.


• Focuses on customer needs and community outcomes, tailoring services and monitoring the impact of projects.


• Builds a collaborative team culture, encourages knowledge sharing and works across teams to achieve shared goals.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

• A degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).


• At least six years’ experience in a relevant engineering or project management role (mandatory), with extensive civil construction and project management experience desirable.


• Experience with modern CAD packages.


• A current driver’s licence.

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.

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy

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Application Deadline

Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 17 November 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Dechlan Birt, Manager Scoping & Development, at [e-mail].