Highways Engineer

Highways Engineers (Engineer, Senior and Principal Levels) | Perth

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the future of transport infrastructure across Western Australia while working alongside some of the industry's most respected technical specialists.

With access to global expertise, industry-leading digital tools and a strong pipeline of major transport projects, you'll contribute to infrastructure that improves connectivity, supports economic growth and delivers lasting community benefit.

We are growing our Bridges, Aviation and Roads team in Perth and are seeking talented Highways Engineers across a range of experience levels who are passionate about technical excellence, innovation and delivering outstanding outcomes for clients.

The Opportunity

Join the team helping shape Western Australia's next generation of transport infrastructure.

With a strong pipeline of major road, highway, freight, urban transport and integrated infrastructure projects across metropolitan Perth and regional WA, we are looking for exceptional engineers who want to make a genuine impact.

As part of WSP's Transport & Infrastructure business, you will work on projects ranging from major highways and strategic freight corridors through to complex urban road upgrades and multidisciplinary transport programs.

You'll collaborate with industry-leading engineers across Australia and internationally, providing opportunities to expand your technical expertise, develop client relationships and contribute to the delivery of some of the state's most significant infrastructure investments.

Our roads team is also at the forefront of digital engineering, leveraging OpenRoads, automation, parametric design, GIS integration and data-driven workflows to deliver smarter, safer and more sustainable infrastructure solutions. We are continually investing in tools and innovation, and you'll have the opportunity to influence how transport infrastructure is delivered rather than simply following established processes.

Based in our Perth CBD office, you'll join a collaborative, high-performing team that values technical excellence, innovation and professional growth.

In this role, you will

• Contribute to the delivery of complex roads and highways projects across Western Australia and nationally.
• Develop and review road design solutions, technical reports and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated transport infrastructure outcomes.
• Build strong client relationships and help deliver value-driven engineering solutions.
• Support project delivery across scope, programme, budget and quality requirements.
• Contribute to proposals, pursuits and strategic growth initiatives within the transport sector.
• Apply digital engineering tools and innovative design approaches to improve project outcomes.

Depending on your experience and aspirations, you may also:

• Act as a Design Lead, Project Technical Lead or Discipline Lead on major transport projects.
• Provide technical review, verification and independent checking of design deliverables.
• Serve as a recognised technical authority within roads and highways engineering.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across local, national and international projects.
• Manage technical risk and champion Safety in Design principles.
• Mentor and develop emerging engineers, strengthening the capability of our team.
• Lead client relationships and become a trusted advisor on strategic infrastructure programs.
• Drive innovation in digital engineering, automation and project delivery methodologies.
• Lead technical input into major bids, pursuits and business development initiatives.

About You

You will possess a combination of technical capability, collaborative leadership and a genuine passion for delivering better transport outcomes.

You will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered status (CPEng or equivalent), or be actively working towards Chartership.
• Experience in roads and highways engineering gained through the planning, design or delivery of transport infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards, Main Roads WA requirements and contemporary road design practices.
• Experience using road design software such as OpenRoads Designer or similar platforms.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• A genuine enthusiasm for shaping the future of transport infrastructure across Western Australia.

For Senior and Principal candidates, we are particularly interested in:

• Proven technical leadership on complex road and highway infrastructure projects.
• Strong client engagement and stakeholder management experience.
• The ability to manage technical risk and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Experience mentoring and developing engineers.
• A desire to influence technical excellence and help shape the future direction of our Roads business.

Why Leading Roads Engineers Choose WSP

• Work on major transport infrastructure projects that deliver lasting community impact.
• Join one of Australia's leading transport engineering businesses with a strong pipeline of future work.
• Collaborate with recognised technical leaders across Australia and our global network.
• Access clear technical, project management and people leadership career pathways.
• Shape the future of road design through digital engineering, automation and innovation.
• Enjoy flexibility and autonomy while remaining connected to a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Influence strategic pursuits and major project opportunities across the transport sector.
• Access world-class learning, development and technical excellence programs.

Why WSP?

At WSP, we value our people and our reputation. We are locally dedicated with international scale, future-focused, collaborative and empowering.

Whether you're building your technical reputation, stepping into project leadership, or already recognised as a respected roads specialist, WSP offers the scale, project pipeline and technical community to help you achieve your next career milestone.

Join a global team of more than 83,000 professionals working together to create positive and lasting change for communities around the world.

Our Employee Share Purchase Plan provides permanent employees with the opportunity to become owners in WSP's collective success, while our wellbeing, flexibility and professional development programs help our people thrive both personally and professionally.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

With us, you can. Apply today.