Technical Officer / Civil Designer (12D) - Rail

AECOM · Fortitude Valley, QLD, Australia

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-09-15
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

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Job description

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. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

• >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.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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