Senior Civil Engineer

Job Description

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

About the Role

Due to strong growth and recent wins in the Water market in Queensland, we are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with experience in water and wastewater infrastructure including pipelines, drainage systems, pumping stations, dams, water-retaining structures and treatment facilities to join our team in Brisbane.

You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia in a growing sector, working with local clients such as Urban Utilities to deliver the Next Generation for Delivery (NG4D) program, as well as national and international clients. Read more: Mott MacDonald to help shape South East Queensland’s water future through NG4D partnership | Mott MacDonald

This role would suit somebody looking for a new journey, within a growing team and an interest in developing best practice with the local water industry. You will have the opportunity to:

• Prepare design calculations and support drawing development for infrastructure including pipelines, pump stations, and water treatment facilities.
• Coordinate design progress, reviews, and stakeholder workshops (e.g. SID, HAZOP).
• Produce specialist reports and interface with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Define and develop engineering solutions that balance cost, constructability, and client outcomes.
• Apply multi-criteria analysis and carbon calculations to optimise designs.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and global delivery partners.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to bid development.

About You

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Actively progressing towards RPEQ in your field/discipline
• Demonstrated experience and/or an appreciation of wastewater treatment processes, wastewater and water networks and their associated infrastructure.
• Proven experience as an engineer delivering water and wastewater projects across networks and treatment, preferably within design and construction projects.
• Knowledge of national standards, including Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA)
• Be a highly motivated individual with excellent communication and written skills.

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• Employee ownership model, discretionary performance based bonus framework
• Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
• Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
• Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development

You’ve got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-NS1