Senior Design Engineer

• Provide leadership in engineering design
• Full time permanent position with flexible work options available
• $106K - $119K per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the role
Our Senior Design Engineer will take the lead on engineering design and investigations across a wide variety of projects. You will guide the internal and external design efforts through initial scoping and drafting, detailed civil designs, cost estimates, and contract documentation.

More importantly, you will also play a huge part in lifting the capability of the team This position will mentor junior engineers, coach peers, and help build a positive culture of quality and innovation.

Other responsibilities include:

• Providing efficient and effective customer service to the public, consultants, contractors, and internal client groups.
• Preparing comprehensive consultant briefs for designs and investigations incorporating the Project Brief scoping requirements.
• Managing the preparation of civil and building design plans, specifications, estimates and tender documentation for a range of design projects.
• Conduct tender evaluations and prepare reports for Tender Panels and Council.

About you
You will bring a strong foundation in civil design, drafting, and estimating, along with the insight and problem-solving skills to tackle complex design challenges. Your ability to navigate legislative requirements and translate technical concepts into practical, buildable solutions will be strongly regarded.

If you have worked on local government or public infrastructure projects and are confident using tools like AutoCAD, 12D, or similar design software, this could be the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level.

The following is also required:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering (preferably Civil) with extensive experience in civil design and project preparation.
• Engineering registration or working towards registration under the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering design and construction standards.
• Proficiency in CAD software and MS Office suite.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex design problems and produce high-quality documentation.
• Experience applying relevant legislation, standards, and codes in engineering design.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include a New National Police Record Check and the Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
To view a copy please visit the Council Careers page:

Apply NOW
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date:
Sunday 26
th
of October 2025 at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Frank Romania, Coordinator Project Design and Delivery on or email

What's on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment - Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Aboriginal Community Officer at

We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.