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Experienced Engineer - Water Resources

SMEC -
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
10 days ago

Benefits

Parental leave
Transportation links

Qualifications

HEC
Analysis skills
Education
Hydraulics
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Engineer – Irrigation Water Supply Infrastructure

Melbourne | Irrigation, Water Supply & Integrated Water Projects

Leading global engineering consultancy
Modern office, close to public transport
Flexible working + strong career growth

About SMEC

SMEC, part of the SJ Group, offers the opportunity to work on iconic infrastructure projects alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, global environment.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Engineer – Irrigation Water Supply Infrastructure to join our Melbourne team, supporting a growing pipeline of irrigation, water supply, and integrated water management projects.
You’ll work across irrigation systems, bulk water conveyance, and system optimisation projects, gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle—from feasibility and modelling through to design and construction support.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early to mid-career engineer to build technical capability while working alongside leading specialists in the field providing a significant opportunity to accelerate your technical and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the design of irrigation infrastructure (channels, pipelines, pump stations)
Support drainage investigations and design
Contribute to hydraulic modelling, feasibility studies, and detailed design
Provide construction phase support, including site inspections
Undertake water balance, demand, and system optimisation analysis
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on integrated water projects

About You

Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Experience or interest in irrigation and water supply systems
Strong understanding of hydrology and hydraulics
Exposure to tools such as HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, WaterGEMS, EPANET or similar
12D experience (desirable)

Additional exposure or interest in:

Water demand management and system optimisation
Integrated water management
Digital water, SCADA, DSS, or data analytics

You bring strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to contribute effectively within project teams.

What We Offer

Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
Exposure to a diverse and ethical client base
Mentorship from industry leaders
Structured professional development programs and study support
National and international career pathways
Additional purchased leave and annual “Celebration Day” leave
Generous parental leave (primary and secondary carers)
Wellbeing initiatives and support programs

SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.

As a family friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.

What We Offer

Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance
Ethical and purpose driven client base
Mentoring and collaboration with industry leading specialists
Professional development programs, including access to external courses and tertiary education assistance
Clear and dynamic career pathways, with opportunities to work nationally and internationally
Purchased additional annual leave
Annual "Celebration Day" leave
Generous paid parental leave (primary and secondary)
Comprehensive wellbeing benefits

How To Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the Apply Now link.

For more information, please contact Helen Kruimel, Principal Advisor - Recruitment & Talent
[email protected]

Please note: All recruitment activities are managed by our Recruitment & Talent team. This role does not require agency support. Unsolicited resumes will not be accepted.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

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