Posted 28/05/2026
Closes 11/06/2026
Brisbane Airport, 4008, Brisbane, Queensland
Full time
Not specified
Role Seniority - mid level
More about the Experienced Drainage Engineers - Rail & Metro role at SMEC
Play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries
Work in a truly flexible environment with an incredibly supportive team
Environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged
Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC and the SJ Group
About SMEC
SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation.
With over 16,500 employees working out of 120 offices in 40+ countries throughout Australasia, Asia, the Middle East, UK, Africa, North and South America, we partner with our parent company Surbana Jurong and sister company Robert Bird Group (RBG) to deliver integrated Infrastructure, Urban Development and Management Services expertise to our clients worldwide.
The Role
We are currently seeking a talented Experienced Drainage Engineer to join our Rail team in Brisbane, and to work closely with our other specialists to deliver major rail infrastructure projects locally and nationally. Your primary focus will be to provide technical drainage design input, co-ordination and project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Providing support and proactively collaborating with team members, contributors and stakeholders to maintain quality, timeliness and co-ordination of project deliverables
Providing expert advice and demonstrating advanced technical skills, ensuring that analysis and design tasks undertaken meet appropriate technical standards and the requirements of the client and SMEC
Demonstrating a good level of project management skills while accomplishing project deliverables to the required standard and in a timely manner
Active contribution to the commercial success of projects and the team and contributing to successful business development
About You
Degree qualified - Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering or similar)
5+ years industry experience in rail drainage design across transport infrastructure projects
Good interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a culturally diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
Proficient with 12D and DRAINS software
Familiar with Australian standards
What We Offer
Flexible working arrangements, including work-from-home options
Clear career pathways and unique “SMEC Adventures” development opportunities
Professional development initiatives for all career levels
Mentoring from industry leaders
Tertiary education support
Purchased additional annual leave
Generous paid parental leave (primary & secondary carers)
Wellbeing programs and benefits
Active social clubs and regular event
How to Apply
To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Awestha Momand - **************@sjgroup.com
All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role does not require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fee
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the SMEC team will be there to support your growth.
Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined
Key Responsibilities
Key Strengths
A Final Note: This is a role with SMEC not with Hatch.