Senior Civil Design Engineer
BH-326023
Posted: 20/02/2026
- $130k-$160k depending on experience
- Australia Queensland Brisbane
- Permanent
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Senior Civil Design Engineer – Water Infrastructure
Our client is a rapidly expanding engineering consultancy with a dedicated water infrastructure design division that is delivering major projects across Australia. With an impressive portfolio spanning multiple states, they offer a strong and stable pipeline of civil design work for leading Water Service Providers nationwide.
The Opportunity
They are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to join their team in Brisbane. In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of significant water infrastructure projects, working within a collaborative and forward‑thinking team that values innovation, technical excellence, and practical problem‑solving.
You will be involved in complex and diverse civil design tasks, including:
As a senior member of the team, you will be supported by highly experienced engineers while also being encouraged to demonstrate autonomy, initiative, and leadership in managing and delivering design packages.
About You
Please note that this role is only available to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Our client is a rapidly expanding engineering consultancy with a dedicated water infrastructure design division that is delivering major projects across Australia. With an impressive portfolio spanning multiple states, they offer a strong and stable pipeline of civil design work for leading Water Service Providers nationwide.
The Opportunity
They are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to join their team in Brisbane. In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of significant water infrastructure projects, working within a collaborative and forward‑thinking team that values innovation, technical excellence, and practical problem‑solving.
You will be involved in complex and diverse civil design tasks, including:
- Earthworks
- Stormwater and pipeline design
- Civil structures and associated elements such as concrete pits
- retaining walls, foundations, slabs, fencing, and landscaping
As a senior member of the team, you will be supported by highly experienced engineers while also being encouraged to demonstrate autonomy, initiative, and leadership in managing and delivering design packages.
About You
- A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent
- RPEQ certification (required)
- Proven experience in a consulting environment delivering civil and water infrastructure projects (experience in power or oil & gas sectors also valued)
- Strong technical understanding of civil engineering principles
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with drafters, multidisciplinary teams, and clients
- Proficiency in developing detailed design and documentation for water infrastructure projects
- Capability in producing reports, specifications, drawings, and technical documentation
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D
Please note that this role is only available to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.