Experienced Drainage Engineer

We're on the lookout for a talented Mid to Senior Drainage Engineer to join our growing Civil Team in Sydney. You'll be working on a range of exciting infrastructure projects, including several design and construct (D&C) and direct engagement packages for IRPL, direct engagements with Transport for NSW (TfNSW) for road and intersection upgrades, and potential D&C tender shortlists for regional energy projects, highway upgrades, and rail developments.

What is this role about

This role focuses on the design and delivery of innovative drainage and water quality solutions that add value to major infrastructure projects, supporting our clients through technical excellence. You'll be a go-to expert in 12d modelling and drainage design, with the ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to clients and internal stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

Drainage Design, Modelling & Standards Compliance

• Develop and review stormwater drainage designs for transport and infrastructure projects using tools such as DRAINS, MUSIC, and 12d.
• Undertake hydraulic modelling to support design development and ensure compliance with relevant standards and guidelines.
• Ensure all drainage designs meet local council, state, and national standards, including Austroads and TfNSW guidelines.
• Apply best practices in water quality and quantity management, including Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) principles.

Technical Documentation & BIM Integration

• Prepare design reports, technical notes, and drawings to support project approvals and delivery.
• Ensure drainage models and documentation align with BIM requirements, including model coordination, data attribution, and clash detection.

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate drainage solutions into broader infrastructure designs.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and authorities to resolve design issues and ensure smooth project progression.

Automation & Coding

• Demonstrate an interest or experience in developing scripts, macros, or custom tools to improve design efficiency and data handling.
• Support automation of repetitive tasks and contribute to innovation in digital workflows.

Quality Assurance

• Perform design checks and peer reviews to maintain high technical standards.
• Support internal QA processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Mentoring

• Support junior staff through technical guidance and contribute to team development.

What You Bring

• Proven experience in infrastructure drainage and water quality design
• Proficiency in 12d, MUSIC and other relevant design tools
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement experience
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Who are BG&E?

BG&E is a consulting engineering firm with over 50 years of recognised excellence in engineering. Our BG&E is an award-winning engineering consultancy with over 50 years of experience. Our 800 strong team across 14 offices is united by a common purpose; we believe that exceptional engineering requires curiosity, bravery and trust – and its essential to creating extraordinary built environments. We partner with clients and stakeholders to challenge the status quo, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in engineering.

At BG&E, we live our values every day, demonstrating care and integrity, striving for excellence, and service as one team – that's "The BG&E Way". We empower our people to be empathic, high performing and creative while meaningfully contributing to communities.

What do we offer?

Flexible working arrangements to help achieve real work life balance. Health and wellbeing support via a confidential Employee Assistance Program. Competitive remuneration. On-the-job coaching to help you be the best you can be, including leveraging BG&E's international network of experts to help you realise your professional development goals to grow your career at BG&E.

BG&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome applications from all candidates. For roles that are located in Australia, we particularly appreciate applications Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as we continue to play an important role in reconciliation and 'Closing the Gap' with the traditional First Peoples of our nation.