Principal Drainage Engineer

About the role

Aurecon is seeking a Principal Drainage Engineer to lead the design and delivery of drainage and waterways projects across Western Australia. You will work within a multidisciplinary global team, shaping innovative solutions for complex infrastructure challenges.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, mentor and coach junior team members.
• Lead drainage projects from concept through construction completion.
• Produce hydraulic designs and hydrological assessments for a variety of projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and local authorities.
• Prepare engineering designs, specifications, calculations and reports.
• Collaborate with multi‑discipline teams to deliver high‑value outcomes for public and private sector clients.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in drainage and/or waterways design and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of Australian standards and WA regulations (preferred but not mandatory).
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and influence stakeholders.
• Passion for continuous learning and re‑imagining engineering problems.

Required skills

• 12d
• Open Roads Drainage
• Drains
• Tuflow
• HECRAS 1d & 2d

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements to balance professional and personal life.
• Modern, open‑plan office in Perth’s central CBD on Hay Street.
• Collaborative culture with strong support for career development.
• Extensive training and pathways to grow technical expertise.