Associate Engineer - Bridges & Structures

• Associate – Bridges & Structures
• Location: Townsville | Shape Landmark Infrastructure Projects Across Australia
• Take the lead. Make an impact. Build the future of transport.

About SMEC

SMEC delivers smart solutions for clients and communities in Infrastructure, Urban Development and Energy & Resources driven by a desire to improve the world in which we live. Our diverse and skilled teams are engaged in major projects across Transport, Water, Energy and Renewables sectors.

Infrastructure

At SMEC, we understand that our continued success within the infrastructure market is the result of building long-term client relationships. We listen and understand the specific needs of our clients and deliver a complete value chain of services to provide sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide.

The Role

We’re seeking a seasoned structural engineer looking to lead transformative infrastructure projects to join our Townsville team as Associate Engineer – Bridges & Structures.

This is more than just a technical role — it’s a strategic leadership opportunity for an engineer who thrives on responsibility, client engagement, and driving engineering excellence at scale.

You’ll be key member of our Bridges & Structures team, helping to secure and deliver high-profile projects with a focus on innovation, quality, and technical rigour, while playing a key part in mentoring talent and shaping the long-term success of the group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and review structural design across bridges, retaining walls, and complex transport infrastructure.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering outcomes, on time and within budget.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring robust design, compliance, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development and strategic planning, including input into team resourcing and performance objectives.
• Support professional development and retention of junior engineers through coaching and mentoring.

About You

You are a senior engineer with strong technical capabilities and a track record of delivering major transport infrastructure projects. You’re comfortable managing both people and complex designs — and ready to take the next step in your leadership career.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• 10+ years' experience in structural bridge design within the transport infrastructure sector (preferably NSW/Australia-based).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver large-scale engineering projects >$1M.
• Experience across highways, rail, or metro projects within multi-disciplinary teams.
• High proficiency in project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation.
• A strong technical writer capable of reviewing and producing high-quality reports with minimal revision.
• A strategic mindset with an interest in business planning and team growth.
• Willingness to travel domestically (and occasionally internationally).

Why Join Us?

• Be part of iconic infrastructure projects that shape communities.
• Lead a passionate, collaborative team with clear growth opportunities.
• Flexible work environment that supports work-life balance.
• Career progression with leadership development and support.

Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC and the SJ Group 

About SJ Group

At SJ, we’re building identity into infrastructure, character into skylines and peace of mind into everyday life.

A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision.

Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.

About SMEC

We unlock the potential of our people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future.

We are committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.

About the Role

We’re seeking a commercially minded ANZ Tax Lead to drive regional tax governance, optimise outcomes, and partner with senior stakeholders across the organisation.

Based in our Melbourne office, this is a high-impact leadership role for a technically strong tax professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multinational environment and can confidently navigate evolving global tax regulations.

Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage complex corporate tax, VAT/GST and transfer pricing matters across the ANZ region

• Drive implementation and ongoing compliance of Pillar Two regulations across ANZ

• Oversee tax risk management, audits, governance and regulatory engagement

• Partner with external advisors and auditors to ensure best-practice compliance and reporting

• Deliver effective tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities for sustainable ETR savings

• Lead preparation of consolidated tax effect accounting, statutory tax reporting, and related disclosures

• Provide strategic guidance on CFCs, tax consolidation, foreign tax offsets and other international tax matters

• Influence key business decisions through commercially focused tax advice

About You

Suitable applicants will be/have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline;

• CA/CPA, gained in a corporate or international Accounting firm, in a corporate tax specific function

• Extensive experience across corporate tax within a multinational or large complex environment

• Deep technical expertise in: Corporate tax; VAT/GST; Transfer pricing; CFC regimes; Tax consolidation; Foreign tax offsets

• Proven experience implementing Pillar Two regulations in ANZ

• Strong track record managing tax audits and working with external auditors/advisors

• Demonstrated ability to drive efficiencies and deliver measurable ETR improvements

• Excellent stakeholder management, leadership and communication skills

Why Join Us?

• Strategic regional leadership role with strong executive visibility

• Opportunity to shape tax strategy during a period of regulatory change

• Collaborative, high-performing and commercially focused environment

• Competitive remuneration and career growth opportunities

For a confidential conversation please reach out to Ami: [email protected]

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at www.smec.com/careers

Link to benefits: http://www.smec.com/en_au/careers/your-career-with-SMEC

SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.

As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.

All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.

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