Civil Track Engineer

KBR; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An infrastructure engineering firm in Canada is seeking a Civil Track Engineer to join their Perth team. The role involves delivering design and specification services for rail transportation systems, primarily focusing on track structure and civil works. Responsibilities include preparing engineering deliverables, mentoring junior engineers, and engaging with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and have experience with relevant design tools. Competitive benefits and a supportive team culture await the successful applicant.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Career development pathways

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• CPEng and RPEQ pathways preferred within 3 years.
• Track and civil designer competencies to be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering deliverables for compliance.
• Develop rail track engineering tasks from concept to design.
• Prepare and check designs for rail alignment and earthworks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in MicroStation

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Strong communication

Continuous improvement interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Bentley OpenRail

12D

Job description

Title:

Civil Track Engineer – Perth.

Our KBR Civil team is a group of passionate and experienced transport specialists who have an opportunity for a Civil Track Engineer to join our team in Perth.

Reporting to the Civil Team Leader you will contribute to the delivery of a variety of transport infrastructure projects.

In this role, you will be responsible for the design, specification, and provision of engineering services for rail transportation systems, including permanent way, track structure, and associated civil works. You will work under general supervision as a technical specialist, applying engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to deliver high‑quality solutions.

As part of your role, you will support Perth‑based projects while also contributing to other locations nationally as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with technical and quality assurance standards.
• Develop complex rail track engineering tasks and designs from concept through to detailed design level.
• Prepare and check horizontal and vertical rail alignment designs, earthworks modelling, and track drainage designs.
• Create and review rail alignment, formation, and earthworks drawings.
• Conduct and validate calculations using both manual methods and computer applications.
• Prepare and review reports and technical specifications.
• Provide design solutions in collaboration with other disciplines in the transport sector, such as road design, drainage design, and structural design.
• Ensure documentation is technically sound and easily understood.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, designers, and drafters in model and design preparation.
• Deliver complex work within budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Engage with peers, team members, clients, suppliers, statutory authorities, and other consultants.
• Manage small projects and proposals or oversee work packages on larger projects.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• On the pathway to obtaining CPEng and RPEQ (or equivalents) within 3 years.
• On the pathway to obtaining designer competencies for track and civil engineering or equivalents within 6 months.
• Proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD and Bentley OpenRail; experience with 12D is advantageous.
• Strong ability to analyse, interpret, and communicate information and modelling results.
• Exposure to business development and marketing activities is desirable.
• Keen interest in continuous improvement of technical knowledge and skills.
• Ability to manage project and proposal work package budgets effectively.
• Previous consulting, design, or technical experience in infrastructure projects as a Track & Civil Engineer.
• Proven experience on PTA projects or understanding of PTA EM4P procedures, standards and specifications.
• Experience in working with ARC infrastructure, ARTC, freight rail etc.

Why Join KBR?

At KBR, our people are the heart of our success. We create an environment where you can flourish, feel valued, and focus on doing what you do best.

Our Purpose

Together, we deliver infrastructure for a better tomorrow. Our reputation for excellence is built on our people and our culture of caring, collaboration, learning, and trust. We partner seamlessly with our clients to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that make a lasting impact on communities across Australia.

Our Values

• We Value Our People – We respect, trust, and empower our people to reach their full potential.
• We Deliver - We are committed to excellence and accountability in everything we do.
• We Are People of Integrity - We act ethically and responsibly, always.
• We Empower - We encourage innovation and give our people the autonomy to succeed.
• We Work Together - Collaboration is at the heart of our success as OneKBR.

Culture

We're a people company – great people doing great things. With the agility of a small firm and the capability of a global leader, we give our people autonomy, resources, and opportunities to grow in all directions.

Benefits

• Work on iconic WA transport projects
• Flexible work arrangements and genuine work-life balance
• Ability to purchase additional leave
• Career development and leadership pathways
• A collaborative, supportive team culture where your ideas matter

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