Design and Investigation Engineer

Permanent Full Time

$92,760 - $104,190 per annum plus Super and RDO

Position No: 9053

About the role

As part of the Design and Investigation team, the Design and Investigation Engineer plays a key role in planning and delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions. This position is responsible for the design and investigation of roads, footpaths, stormwater drainage systems, and Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) assets to ensure effective and long-term infrastructure management. In addition, the role supports strategic capital works program planning, design, and delivery, contributing to projects that enhance community connectivity and resilience

About you

The successful candidate will hold a degree in Civil Engineering (or a related field) and demonstrate proven experience using Civil 3D to design and deliver roads, drainage, and footpath projects. You will also have expertise in preparing and monitoring budgets, managing administrative systems, and producing accurate reports. This role offers the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement for the right candidate.

Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council

At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we're passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You'll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives.

Staff Benefits

• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
• Annual no cost flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Purchased leave
• Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
• Onsite Treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work

Position Description

For further information contact Luke Tilley Team Leader Design and Investigation on

Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 1 December 2025.

Closing Date: 28 November at 5:00pm.

To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume, responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.

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