SMEC is a global engineering design consultancy with a strong presence in Australia and New Zealand. With 13+ years in New Zealand and 40+ countries worldwide, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver tailored infrastructure solutions.

The Role

SMEC is looking for an experienced Drainage Engineer to lead the delivery of drainage solutions for transport infrastructure projects across New Zealand.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking drainage design and technical delivery for projects from concept through to detailed design
• Interpreting flood modelling, coordinating interfaces with related disciplines, and developing practical, integrated drainage solutions
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant New Zealand and regional standards and local cultural, planning, and client expectations
• Contributing to technical reports, written advice, proposals, and client‑facing documentation
• Collabo...