CSR Engineer – Rail & Metro

About the role

SMEC is looking for experienced Combined Services Route (CSR) Engineers to join its rail team in Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne. The role involves delivering CSR design for multidisciplinary rail projects across Australia and New Zealand, ensuring high‑quality, compliant solutions that support safe and efficient rail operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop CSR designs that meet Australian standards, AMB guidelines and client requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, project managers, clients and stakeholders to produce coordinated design packages.
• Apply project management principles to deliver design deliverables on schedule.
• Lead the preparation of CSR packages, including 3D BIM models and documentation.
• Integrate safety‑in‑design considerations and address construction, maintenance and operational needs.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in rail utility engineering and design within an engineering consultancy.
• Demonstrated experience delivering major CSR designs on rail infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of Australian rail standards, AMB and safety‑in‑design practices.
• Excellent communication skills for leading CSR packages and coordinating with project teams.

Required skills

• Proficiency in 3D BIM modelling of CSR routes using industry software such as 12D, Civil 3D and Navisworks.
• In‑depth understanding of rail utility engineering design standards.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive culture.
• Family‑friendly benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave.
• Opportunities to work on iconic infrastructure projects with a global engineering firm.