Ground Engineering / Tunnelling Engineer

1w1 week ago

AECOM

Adelaide, AU · Full-time · A$130,000 – A$220,000

About this role

Join AECOM’s dynamic Water business with around 600 experts across Australia and New Zealand. Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers on captivating projects from concept to completion. Thrive in an inclusive, forward-thinking environment where contributions are valued.

AECOM’s Water Business Line on Australia’s East Coast drives sustained growth through a strong pipeline of water infrastructure projects. Deliver future-focused outcomes for communities and clients as the trusted global infrastructure leader. Shape how water and related assets are planned, built, and operated.

Work on high-impact water and tunnelling projects, from underground assets to major conveyance and treatment works. Engage in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams spanning design, construction, advisory, and operations phases. Benefit from a culture committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Access career growth, technical development by industry leaders, and world-class practices. Enjoy flexible work options including hybrid arrangements, flexible hours, and relocation support. Leverage global expertise for local impact across Australia and internationally.

Requirements

Geotechnical / Ground Engineering specialists
Tunnelling Engineers, Design & Construction Leads
Tunnel Project Managers / Technical Leads
Principal / Senior Ground & Tunnelling Engineers
Field and Site Engineers (Geotech / Tunnels)
Modelling, Site Investigation & Groundwater Specialists
Construction Support, QA & Risk/Contract Specialists
Geotechnical and Tunnelling Technical Advisors and SMEs

Responsibilities

Work on high-impact water and tunnelling projects from underground assets to major conveyance and treatment works
Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams across design, construction, advisory, and operations phases
Address challenging ground conditions and complex subsurface works
Design retaining structures and apply advanced tunnelling methodologies
Lead tunnel design and construction as Tunnelling Engineers or Leads
Manage tunnel projects as Project Managers or Technical Leads
Conduct site investigations, modelling, and groundwater assessments
Provide construction support, QA, and risk/contract management

Benefits

Flexible work options including hybrid work, flexible hours, and relocation support
Career growth and technical development supported by industry leaders
Culture of inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging
Access to global expertise and local impact with teams across Australia and internationally
Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers