Principal Designer - Roads & Highways

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About SMEC

• Global Expertise, Local Insight : With a presence in over 40 countries, SMEC combines global knowledge with local understanding to deliver tailored solutions that meet New Zealand's unique needs.
• Technical Excellence : Our team of specialists is renowned for their technical prowess and reliable delivery. From transport infrastructure to energy projects, we tackle the most complex challenges with precision and creativity.
• Be an integral part of a global engineering design consultancy present in NZ for 12+ years, offering plenty of local and international career opportunities and upward mobility.

The Role

We are currently seeking a Principal Designer (Open Roads & 12D) to contribute to the development and production of drawings across transport civil infrastructure projects. This is a permanent role based out of our Auckland office and will take the lead for providing civil engineering solutions to our projects and clients.

The successful Geometric Designer will undertake varied design tasks relating to major transport infrastructure projects of varying scope and complexity, ensuring the team’s output is of a high standard within time and cost budget allocations while meeting client expectations.

You will have developed a sound understanding of civil design principles and specialist drafting software skills such as 12D and Open Roads modelling for the preparation of drawings.

Ideal Candidate

Benefits

When you join SMEC, you will have the opportunity to embrace your creativity and drive change across the business. Working with clients and partners, you will be part of an organisation that helps to shape our communities, industries and the global landscape.

Our recent growth has provided new and exciting opportunities for our people, with a consistent flow of significant projects, end‑to‑end responsibilities and meaningful work.

Benefits information : Link to benefits

SMEC is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is a source of strength for our people, our clients, our partners and our communities.

Wrap Up

As an inclusive and growing organisation, SMEC is committed to building a global community of talented professionals.

Learn more about SMEC : smec.com / nz /

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Nicholas Fischer‑White – nicholas.fischer‑

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at

All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and this role doesn’t require agency input. We do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.

Employment Details

Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level

Employment type : Full‑time

Job function : Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

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