Civil Sciences and Engineering (CivilSE) is a Western Australian civil engineering consultancy delivering practical, buildable infrastructure across local government, state agency, mining and transport sectors.
We are built on a pragmatic engineering mindset.
In practice, that means designing infrastructure that works in the real world — not just on paper. Our designs are compliant, constructable, and aligned with how projects are actually delivered on site. We prioritise outcomes over theory, clarity over complexity, and solutions that reduce delivery risk.
Our Project Experience Includes
* Regional and metropolitan road upgrades
* MRWA‐compliant intersections and transport infrastructure
* Urban road safety treatments (roundabouts, raised platforms, pedestrian facilities)
* Pavement rehabilitation and reconstruction
* Floodways, culverts and drainage upgrades
* Mine haul roads and heavy vehicle access
Our work typically spans concept through to detailed design and Issued for Construction (IFC) documentation — often in regional and remote WA environments where constructability, staging and material optimisation matter.
We maintain disciplined QA systems, strong documentation standards, and a culture that values technical rigour, accountability and collaboration.
The Role
We're seeking an experienced Civil Designer / Drafter (Civil 3D) with strong Western Australian infrastructure experience to join our delivery team.
This is a key technical role. You'll work across varied civil infrastructure projects — not repetitive subdivision drafting — producing accurate, coordinated, construction‐ready documentation.
You'll independently develop and manage Civil 3D models under engineering direction, including corridors, surfaces, drainage networks and earthworks. Depending on project scale, you may lead the drafting component of a project or collaborate closely with engineers and other designers.
You'll also play a role in mentoring junior staff and strengthening CSE's internal drafting standards and systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and manage Civil 3D corridors for urban and regional road upgrades
* Design intersection geometry in accordance with MRWA and Austroads standards
* Model bulk earthworks and optimise cut/fill balances
* Design and document stormwater systems, culverts and floodways
* Produce long sections, cross sections, grading plans, staging drawings and set‐out information
* Prepare IFC and tender documentation suitable for contractor pricing
* Extract quantities and support bills of quantities
* Coordinate services, multidisciplinary inputs and survey data
* Review constructability and contribute to pragmatic design improvements
* Maintain drawing control, revisions and documentation standards
* Mentor junior drafters and assist with templates and workflows
We expect our designers to think beyond the screen — understanding how drawings will be interpreted and built on site.
* 3+ years civil drafting/design experience in Western Australia
* Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D (corridors, surfaces, earthworks)
* Ability to independently manage detailed design models under engineering direction
Strong experience in:
* Road design (urban, regional, heavy vehicle routes)
* Earthworks modelling and volume optimisation
* Stormwater and drainage design
* Preparation of IFC documentation
Working knowledge of WA standards:
* Main Roads WA (MRWA)
* Local government specifications
* Austroads
Highly Regarded
* 5+ years WA civil drafting/design experience
* Mining infrastructure and haul road design
* Heavy vehicle and road train access design
* Regional freight network knowledge
* Water Corporation standards
* Advanced bulk earthworks modelling
Qualifications
* Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
* Engineering degree advantageous but not essential
What We Offer
* Diverse infrastructure projects across WA (metro, regional and mining)
* Direct collaboration with a small, technically focused team
* Real involvement from detailed design through construction support
* Opportunity to influence drafting standards and technical systems
* Competitive remuneration aligned with WA market rates
* Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
* Stable project pipeline across government and resources sectors
* Clear opportunity for progression as the business grows
At CSE, we value designers who take ownership, think critically, and care about delivering infrastructure that performs as intended.
Who This Role Suits
This role is ideal for a designer who:
* Can independently deliver Civil 3D packages under engineering direction
* Prefers practical, buildable design over over‐engineered solutions
* Enjoys varied, technically challenging infrastructure projects
* Takes pride in documentation quality and model integrity
* Is willing to mentor junior staff and lift internal standards
If you want to work in a consultancy where pragmatic engineering is more than a slogan, we'd love to hear from you.
How to Apply
If you're ready to help build something lasting, please send:
* Your CV
* 2–3 project snapshots (1–2 pages total) outlining your role, software used, standards applied and outcomes
via email to, with subject Civil Designer / Drafter (Civil 3D) Application
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