At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
At Jacobs, we push the limits of what's possible to make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable. In our Infrastructure Sector, that means designing innovative solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe. When it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.
The Infrastructure Sector includes a portfolio of high-profile projects that include international, national, and regional clients, contractors and various Local Authorities. Jacobs Highways team provides comprehensive consultancy and engineering services to the highways sector, covering the full spectrum of highway infrastructure requirements, from business case and project development, preliminary appraisal, and feasibility studies through to detailed design, implementation, operational management advice and operations and maintenance.
Role Lead Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a minimum of 10 years in the field. A postgraduate qualification in Transportation Engineering is preferred. This role will support Australia & New Zealand transport civil engineering projects within a Global Integrated Delivery (GID) setup.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the central coordinator across transport civil disciplines (roads, rail, drainage, utilities, pavements, earthworks, general civil works).
- Ensure smooth communication, task alignment, and timely delivery across design teams.
- Perform high-level reviews of civil design deliverables and provide corrective guidance.
- Interpret project comments, mark-ups, and technical queries, ensuring quality standards are met.
- Apply strong civil engineering fundamentals in geometric design, drainage, utilities coordination, pavement design, and general civil works.
- Support consistency, quality, and multidisciplinary coordination across outputs.
- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level designers in a distributed team environment.
REPORTING Engineering Manager/Discipline Lead
Here's what you'll need
Qualifications & Skills
- BE Degree in Civil Engineering /Post-Graduation in Transportation/Highway Engineering.
- 10+ years experience in highway engineering design
- Familiarity with Australian Standards, Austroads guidelines, and ANZ design practices.
- Experience with civil infrastructure projects (roads, rail, pavements, drainage, utilities).
- Proficiency in 12d, Civil 3D, or OpenRoads.
AtJacobs we value people. Having the right balance of belonging, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients expectations.
Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career working on key projects in an environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. To support your professional growth, Jacobs flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you.
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