Associate / Senior Associate Engineer – Transport Planning & Advisory

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 are seeking a Senior Associate – Transport Engineer to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality engineering design, technical leadership, and project management across a diverse portfolio of projects. This is an opportunity to influence strategic direction, mentor emerging talent, and drive excellence in project delivery.

Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the delivery of transport engineering design and analysis tasks to the highest standards
• Applying sound project management principles to achieve project scope, budget, and timelines
• Collaborating proactively with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Contributing to the commercial success and strategic growth of the business
• Providing informal leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to team members

About You

You are a highly experienced and respected professional with a strong industry presence and a passion for delivering excellence.

Suitable applicants will be/have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) and RPEQ (preferred/required)
• 10 - 15+ years of relevant professional experience in Transport Planning & Advisory
• Exceptional consulting, client management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong commercial acumen, including business planning and budgeting
• Advanced communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly
• Proven project management expertise across scope, cost, and schedule
• Sound understanding of Australian Standards and specifications
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Adaptable, proactive, and committed to continuous learning
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to thrive under pressure

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

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.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!