Technical Officer / Civil Designer (12D) - Rail

Aecom Australia Pty Ltd; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch and learn programs

Five days paid study leave

Global career opportunities

Job summary

Aecom Australia Pty Ltd in Brisbane is seeking a Technical Officer / 12d Designer to join our rail team delivering major infrastructure. Based in Brisbane, you will work with experienced designers and engineers on a pipeline of rail projects, in a collaborative environment.

You will perform design and drafting tasks using 12d and AutoCAD to produce drawings and documentation, receive mentoring, and develop your skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant technical experience.
• Recognised technical qualification (Associate Degree, Bachelor of Engineering Technology or equivalent).
• AutoCAD experience; 12D experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver design and drafting outputs for rail projects.
• Produce accurate drawings and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and other designers to meet project requirements.

Skills

Rail design experience

12D proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Education

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Engineering Technology

Tools

12D

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

“Being at the global number one engineering business means that the projects I work on are city-shaping: I feel part of creating the future of Australia!” – Tim Nuttall, Group Lead - Transport, QLD

Come grow with us.

As the demand for safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation grows, AECOM provides comprehensive services from concept to completion and beyond. Our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Specialising in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems, we also restore and upgrade aging infrastructure. We support public and private clients in moving people and goods sustainably, with a strategic focus on renewable energy and the electrification and decarbonisation of transportation.

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

How you’ll make a difference

Our Brisbane Rail team has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Officer / 12d Designer to join our high-performing team delivering some of Australia’s most significant rail infrastructure projects. Based in Brisbane, you will contribute to a strong pipeline of major rail projects, working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment.

In this role, you will undertake a range of technical design and drafting tasks, from routine to highly complex, using 12d and other industry-standard tools. You will support the delivery of accurate, high-quality design outputs, drawings, and technical documentation for multidisciplinary rail projects, ensuring outcomes meet both client and project expectations.

Working closely with experienced designers and engineers, you will receive mentoring and guidance to further develop your technical capabilities, project delivery skills, and industry knowledge. The role offers exposure to a diverse range of projects and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the successful delivery of critical transport infrastructure.

At AECOM, we recognise that career development is not one-size-fits-all. We are committed to helping our people build rewarding careers by providing access to multiple career pathways, ongoing professional development opportunities, and strong mentoring support. Our goal is to place talented individuals in roles where they can thrive, grow, and contribute to the success of both our team and our clients.

• Experience in rail and associated infrastructure design and drafting. Some 12D and Autocad experience is highly regarded.
• A strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic, deadline driven team environment
• Ability to independently determine and develop an approach to solutions for design/drafting problems of moderate to high complexity and/or scope.
• Contributes experience in supporting projects, effectively and accurately communicating technical intent to meet delivery requirements
• The ability to work collaboratively. Establishing and managing effective working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Able to communicate at all levels
• Comprehensive understanding of working in a design office and preparation of engineering design drawings
• Understanding of other disciplines ideally gained through experience working on multidisciplinary projects.

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.

• >5 years relevant technical experience
• Recognised technical qualification (Associate Degree, Bachelor of Engineering Technology or equivalent).
• AutoCAD experience
• 12D experience
• ProjectWise experience advantageous.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us

• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options

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.