Description

Shape the future of water infrastructure across South Australia.

In today’s world, purpose matters. At WSP, we deliver engineering solutions that protect essential services and improve communities, now and for generations to come. If you’re planning your next career move, join a team where your work genuinely matters, and where you can grow, belong, and thrive.

Our Water Infrastructure Group is expanding in Adelaide, and we’re looking for a technically driven Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer to help deliver the next generation of water and wastewater infrastructure across South Australia.

About the Role

Big things are happening in water across SA—with renewals, growth-related upgrades and major capital works creating a strong pipeline of delivery. This role places you at the centre of industry‑shaping projects, from concept through to detailed design and construction support.

As a Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer, you’ll bring strong technical design capability, practical engineering judgement, and a solutions‑focused mindset to deliver high-quality, buildable outcomes across water and wastewater networks.

Whether you’re already leading complex design packages, or ready to step up into more technical ownership, you’ll find the support, flexibility and career runway to do your best work here.

About the Team

You’ll join WSP’s Water Utilities team in Adelaide, known for technical excellence, a collaborative culture, and a forward‑thinking approach to design and delivery. Our team supports projects across metropolitan Adelaide and regional South Australia, working closely with clients and delivery partners to deliver safe, efficient and sustainable infrastructure.

This is a place where your ideas are valued, your technical capability is recognised, and the work you do will have a real, lasting impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

Deliver civil design and documentation across the full project lifecycle (concept, detailed design, construction support)
Produce and review high‑quality technical deliverables, including reports, drawings and specifications
Lead or support design management for water and wastewater infrastructure packages
Collaborate across disciplines including structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental and digital engineering
Support major program‑level work packages across pipelines, pump stations and renewals
Contribute to proposals and pursuits, helping shape winning technical solutions

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
3+ years’ experience in engineering consultancy (or equivalent design environment)
Strong experience in water networks / water & wastewater infrastructure design
Solid understanding of Australian Standards and WSAA codes
Experience in detailed design and/or design management
Exposure to Civil 3D and a genuine interest in digital engineering delivery
Understanding of Safety in Design principles
Chartered status (or actively working towards it)
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across disciplines
Bonus: Experience in Design & Construct delivery

Why Choose WSP?

We offer more than a role—we offer a career with purpose, flexibility and opportunity:

Hybrid working
Central offices designed for collaboration and wellbeing
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave + option to purchase additional leave
Global mobility programs and structured professional development
Employee recognition and wellbeing initiatives
Supportive team culture and approachable leadership
Opportunities to work on major projects across Australia and beyond
Employee Share Purchase Plan (permanent team members)

Join Us

Be part of a close‑knit, future‑focused team within a global network of 73,000 professionals working to shape a better world. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs designed to help you thrive, visit our Employee Benefits page.

Apply today and take the next step in your water career.

Civil Engineer (Water)

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