Lead Engineering Designer

24 hours ago

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia The City of Coffs Harbour Full time $113,000 - $130,000 per year
  • Lead cutting-edge civil design projects that impact your community
  • Drive innovation through software customisation and process automation
  • Mentor and inspire a high-performing team of designers

Are you ready to take the lead in designing smarter, safer, and more sustainable infrastructure for the City of Coffs Harbour? We're looking for a Lead Engineering Designer to join our Survey and Design Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our city.

As a key technical leader, you will:

  • Streamline design processes through the customisation and automation of the design and drafting software (12d Model, BricsCAD/AutoCAD) to improve efficiency and quality.
  • Deliver high-quality civil engineering designs for roads, stormwater, water/sewer mains, and public spaces.
  • Champion design excellence by mentoring junior staff.
  • Collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders to bring projects from concept to completion.
  • Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, Safety in Design principles, and other relevant guidelines and specifications.

What you'll bring:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Extensive experience in civil engineering infrastructure design.
  • Experience in customising, enhancing and using the advanced features of 12d Model and BricsCAD/AutoCAD.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with a passion for mentoring and continuous improvement.

What's on offer?

  • Competitive Salary from around $113K + 12% superannuation depending on your capabilities and experience
  • Permanent, Full Time - 35 hours per week
  • Brand new office location at Yarrila Place
  • Flex time, flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements.
  • Numerous benefits as outlined here

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach. living on the Coffs Coast

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Calin Borbeli, Team Leader Survey and Design at or via phone to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around or require specific assistance or adjustments with any aspect of the application/recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found below. Applications are to be submitted by 9pm (AEST, NSW) on the advertised closing date.

The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.

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