Civil Design Drafter

Due to significant contract awards within our ANZ business, we are expanding our civil design team in Brisbane.

Our civil design team is involved in the delivery of a wide range of projects, from large-scale Defence Programs, through to local government projects. We have a keen focus on enabling digital capability which will assist you in further developing your knowledge and experience using a range of digital software. As a result of the collaborative nature of our organisation, this will enable you to have the opportunity to not only work on local projects, but also contribute to projects across the state and across the country.

By joining our team, you will have access to mentoring and guidance from our industry leading experts. 

How you’ll make a difference

• With your technical knowledge and attention to detail, you will generate civil design models and drawings utilising AutoCAD and/or 12d
• Support the development of earthworks, roadworks, drainage, water and sewer designs
• Update drawings based on design inputs, mark ups and project requirements
• Help maintain drawing registers, model files and document control systems (e.g. ProjectWise)
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and other disciplines to support project delivery
• Develop an understanding of Australian standards, design guidelines and QA processes
• Participate in training, mentoring and on the job learning opportunities

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Civil Engineering
• Some experience or coursework exposure to AutoCAD and/or 12d
• A willingness to learn new software, workflows and design standards
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high‑quality work
• Good communication skills and a positive, team‑focused attitude
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.  Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.