Senior Civil Designer – AI-Driven Innovation in Design

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At ATC Williams, we are known for our technical excellence and deep expertise in Tailings, Water, and Waste Management services across the mining, resources, and government sectors. With 40+ years of success and eight national offices, we deliver world-class engineering solutions across Australia and internationally.

We're not just looking for experience — we're looking for leaders who want to shape the future of digital design in the civil space.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting time to join ATC Williams. We're in a high-growth phase — expanding in locations, capabilities, and technology. As part of this transformation, we're driving innovation in CAD workflows through AI integration, automation, and digital optimisation.

Join a team that values deep technical ability but also welcomes fresh ideas, smarter workflows, and people who want to future-proof how civil design gets done.

About the Role:

We are continually looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join our team.

Our Melbourne office is currently seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Civil Designer on a permanent full-time basis.

This is a key role for someone who wants to contribute technically while also leading innovation in design technologies, including the use of AI tools.

Key responsibilities and activities include:

• Design and modelling using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design platforms
• Prepare high-quality design drawings and presentation models
• Collaborate closely with engineers and designers to deliver integrated solutions
• Lead or assist with AI and automation initiatives in the CAD workflow
• Contribute to drafting standards and QA processes
• Assist in mentoring junior staff and championing new technologies
• Deliver accurate, timely outputs — from BoQs to detailed 3D models

Knowledge, Skill and experience requirements include:

• Extensive experience in civil design, especially in mining infrastructure (dams, earthworks, stormwater, roads, landfills, cover systems)
• Strong proficiency with Autodesk AEC Collection tools, particularly Civil 3D and AutoCAD
• Familiarity with QGIS, Global Mapper, Civil Site Design and Muk3D (training provided)
• Experience or strong interest in AI-powered design tools and scripting (e.g., Dynamo, Python, Grasshopper, ChatGPT workflows, etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail and a solutions-oriented mindset
• A collaborative approach and strong communication skills
• Willingness to contribute ideas to help transform and streamline our CAD processes
• Experience with automating CAD tasks, data extraction, or model integration, preferred but not required
• Exposure to tools such as BricsCAD BIM, FME, Revit, or other AI/CAD hybrids, would be a plus

What you gain when you join ATC Williams

As an entirely employee-owned organisation with a retention rate to be proud of, our talented and skilled people acknowledge two key reasons why they choose to stay at ATC Williams:

• The depth and generosity of our in-house knowledge and expertise, and
• The fantastic opportunities available for personal growth and diverse project experiences, especially if you are prepared to grab these opportunities with both hands.

Employee Benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Employee-owned company
• Career and personal development opportunities & mentoring
• Ability to learn and leverage from our in-house knowledge and expertise
• Flexible working arrangements available as required
• Exposure to large scale and challenging projects from a regional office in a great part of the world

At ATC Williams, we champion diversity, inclusion, integrity, and equal employment opportunities.

We encourage you to create your future at ATC Williams.

To apply, please provide a cover letter and CV as one attachment to your application and include:

• Rights to work in Australia (essential)
• Base Salary Package Expectation
• Why you have applied for this role
• Share your career aspirations with us

Applications close – Friday 15 August 2025.

Please note ATC Williams does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

Want to lead the next chapter of civil design innovation? Join us and help shape the future — one smarter design at a time.

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