Highways Engineer
Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
As a Highways Engineer in our Brisbane team, you will play a key role in delivering innovative road and transport infrastructure projects for government, contractor and private sector clients. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the design, documentation and successful delivery of projects while supporting digital engineering and sustainable design outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your technical expertise, take ownership of project deliverables and help shape high-quality infrastructure that makes a lasting impact.
The Opportunity
Deliver the design and documentation of highway and transport infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design.
Prepare technical documentation, reports, specifications, cost estimates and contribute to tender submissions and project delivery activities.
Collaborate with project managers, clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
Take ownership of assigned project tasks, managing priorities, tracking progress and ensuring work is delivered in line with quality, health and safety requirements.
Drive design excellence by applying industry standards, supporting digital engineering initiatives and contributing to continuous improvement across the team.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
A recognised tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (or a related discipline) and membership, or progress towards membership, of a relevant professional institution.
Experience in highway engineering design with a sound understanding of relevant legislation, standards, codes and guidelines, ideally including Queensland Transport and Main Roads (TMR) requirements.
Proficiency in 12d Model, AutoCAD and associated software for road, drainage, utilities and 3D coordination modelling.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
A proactive attitude, commitment to continuous learning and a passion for delivering innovative, sustainable and high-quality engineering solutions.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact [email protected].
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Our centrally located Brisbane office is one of just a few buildings in Australia to achieve the prestigious Living Building Certificate. Located opposite the future Albert Street Station, it was built in 2024 and has bright and modern high-end design work and break out spaces, end-of-trip facilities, and a subsidised cafe. You will be joining a growing team of highly skilled and engaged engineers, working in a total design, multi-disciplinary environment, collaborating with a broad range of teams and specialists providing you the opportunity to develop and enhance your technical skills across the full breadth of civil engineering disciplines
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
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