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Associate Engineer, Geotechnical

Aurecon
Australiafull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Feb 2026

About the role

Want to bring ideas to life? 

As an engineer you’re no doubt aware of Aurecon – we’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us?  

Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every project has sustainability embedded in decision making. And every project is at the leading-edge of technical eminence. 

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next? 

As our new Associate Geotechnical Engineer, you’ll be a vital part of the Ground and Underground Engineering team who are changing the way we design and deliver major works to be carbon neutral and sustainable. Your role will include:  

  • Leadership of the Ground and Underground Engineering (GUGE) team in Perth.

  • Setting the highest standard for technical capability and eminence within the Perth Geotechnical team for all engineers and geologists within the discipline.

  • Engage with clients, provide proposal responses and business development activities.

  • Management and delivery of a variety of projects that are significant in size and regarded as prestigious throughout the industry.

  • Implementation of the strategy for the Perth Geotechnical team, ensuring alignment with the overall Service Group and the Ground and Underground Capability Group strategies.

  • Championing digital solutions and working with our digital leaders 

  • Collaborate with our Geotechnical teams across the business, to give opportunities for people to work on projects that best suit their skills and career goals 

How will your future be shaped by us? 

You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We’ve been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan – our fourth edition since 2014.  

On a personal level you’ll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. You’ll also have – a learning programme 100% personalised to you and the option to build your technical mastery in the Aurecon Design Academy which earns you a Graduate Certificate in Design Management from the prestigious RMIT University. Plus, you’ll be supported on every step of your career journey with mentoring, learning and our Careers Hub.

Outside of work, you’ll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes. 

What are we looking for from you? 

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.  

As well as experience in a similar geotechnical engineering role. Specifically 

  • Extensive experience in either Geotechnical Engineering, Tunnel Engineering or Pavement Engineering and leadership of people within a Consultancy or Construction Environment 

  • Prior experience in delivery of major and/or complex design projects to key clients 

  • Able to liaise across multidisciplinary teams. 

Think you know Aurecon? You may be surprised. 

Aurecon’s strength has always been our people. It’s our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It’s our

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