Senior Highways Engineer

AECOM · Perth, WA, Australia

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-10-13
  • Confirmed live on 13 October 2026

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Job description

Job Description
Help shape Western Australia’s road network.
We are seeking an experienced Highways Engineer to contribute to major highway, arterial road, intersection and interchange projects across Western Australia.
This opportunity will suit a civil engineer with demonstrated Main Roads WA (MRWA) project experience and a strong understanding of local design standards and practices. You will apply your technical expertise, collaborate with specialists across disciplines and develop practical solutions that meet client and project requirements.
What will a day in this role look like?

• Undertake geometric design of highways, arterial roads, intersections and interchanges, developing road alignments, cross-sections and earthworks.

• Prepare concept, preliminary and detailed designs in accordance with MRWA requirements, Austroads guidelines and relevant Australian Standards.

• Produce design reports, drawings, specifications and construction packages, coordinating drainage interfaces and pavement considerations.

• Participate in road safety assessments, technical reviews and design quality checks.

• Manage allocated tasks to meet quality, budget and programme objectives, working alongside civil, structural, drainage, traffic and environmental specialists.

• Build relationships with MRWA, local government and other transportation clients, contributing to meetings, workshops and technical discussions.

• Support project planning, client reporting, proposals and fee estimates.

• Provide construction support, including responding to contractor queries and RFIs, reviewing shop drawings and attending site inspections as required.

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.

• A Bachelor of Civil Engineering or an equivalent recognised qualification.

• At least five years’ experience in road and highway engineering, including demonstrated experience delivering MRWA projects in Western Australia.

• Strong knowledge of the MRWA Engineering Road Note series, Design and Project Management Guidelines, Austroads Guides and relevant Australian Standards.

• Experience in geometric design for highways, arterial roads and intersections.

• Proven ability to coordinate design interfaces and work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

• Strong communication skills and a practical approach to solving engineering problems.

• Eligibility for Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or progress towards chartership.

• Current Australian working rights.

Additional Information
Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options

• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year

• Volunteer and representation leave

• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

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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