Roads & Highways Designer

About the role

SMEC is seeking a motivated Roads & Highways Designer to join its team in Brisbane, the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast. You will work on transport infrastructure projects across Australia, delivering high‑quality design outputs while developing your technical expertise in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Key responsibilities

• Produce design outputs for roads and highways that meet Austroads standards, client specifications and SMEC quality expectations.
• Prepare drawings, 12d models and technical documentation using 12d and AutoCAD as primary tools.
• Support senior designers and engineers in developing compliant, cost‑effective solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, timely project delivery.
• Contribute to design reports, peer reviews and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• 3–6 years of experience in roads and highways design within a consulting or infrastructure environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet project deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency in 12d design software.
• Experience with AutoCAD for drawing production.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D or OpenRoads (beneficial).
• Working knowledge of Austroads and local authority standards.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive culture.
• 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave.
• Opportunities for professional growth, mentoring and sponsorship programs.