Roads and Highways Engineer,

1 week ago

Mackay, Queensland, Australia Aurecon Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Roads and Highways Engineer, Aurecon - Mackay

Everything is an adventure for the curious mind. At Aurecon, we turn curiosity into real-world outcomes. Join us and use your expertise to foster innovation, navigate complexity with care, and co-create projects that deliver meaningful, lasting change.

Your role

As a Civil Engineer in our Roads & Highways team, you'll contribute to purposeful work that shapes the future of the transport sector. Collaborating with a diverse, multidisciplinary team, you'll help develop integrated road and highway solutions, bring fresh and thoughtful perspectives, and work closely with clients to deliver safer, more efficient, and sustainable infrastructure.

What you'll be doing


• Engineering – this role is for an enthusiastic engineer that wants to expand their knowledge in roads and highways infrastructure projects, maintaining involvement from the bid stage through to design and ultimate successful project delivery. 


• Supporting development – work with a team of civil engineers, designers and drafters to contribute to the design and construction of road infrastructure across a range of local and state government projects.


• Personal growth – grow your technical skills and leadership abilities within the team with guidance from the large Aurecon support network.

Professional development – actively progress toward Chartered Engineer (CPEng/RPEQ) status, supported by mentoring, training and structured development opportunities.


• Providing insights with care – share thoughts, ideas and opinions within a team that supports confident, inclusive decision-making and collaboration.

What you'll bring

You blend technical knowledge with empathy and big-picture thinking. You're someone who thrives in dynamic environments, builds meaningful connections, and is motivated by purposeful work. You'll also have:

• A relevant engineering degree, ideally with previous experience in roads & highways engineering


• An ability to contribute to practical and well-considered solutions, with support from experience colleagues


• Strong teamwork and communication skills


• A willingness to question the status quo and offer new perspectives

How we support your growth

At Aurecon, no two career journeys are the same. We'll support yours with a collaborative culture, learning experiences, and the flexibility to design your own path. We embrace difference, nurture belonging, and ensure every voice feels valued.

What we offer


• Flexible work

• Extended parental leave and cultural leave flexibility

• Wellbeing programs for you and your loved ones

• Development pathways, mentoring, and personalised growth support

Who we are

At Aurecon, we're curious adventurers. We view complexity as a space to listen, imagine, and grow. As Aureconeers, we're practical dreamers who find inspiration in everyday moments. With over 7,000 professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, we work together to create positive impact for generations to come.

Ready to join us?

If this opportunity feels aligned with your strengths and aspirations, we'd love to connect with you. Should you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to .

Apply now and begin the next step in your fulfilling journey with us.

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