Just imagine your future with us…
At Aurecon, we see the future through a very different lens. Do you?
Innovation, eminence and digital are at the heart of everything we do. Are you excited about the future?
Are you driven by the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and complex projects around the world and to learn from the best? We are.
Diversity is at the core of everything we do. We work together to create a culture based on respect, trust, and inclusiveness. Our differences are what fuel our creativity.
What will you do?
Love the smell of jet fuel in the morning? So do we!
As an Aviation Civil Drafter/Modeller at Aurecon, you’ll help shape the runways, taxiways, and terminals that connect people, places, and ideas across Australia, New Zealand, and the Asia-Pacific region. you’ll help shape the future of Aviation infrastructure across Australia, New Zealand, and our other Oceania and Southeast Asia markets.
From your home base at our Global Design Centre (GDC) Manila, you’ll work closely with our Melbourne Centre of Aviation Excellence — a crew of aviation enthusiasts and creative problem-solvers who love what they do (and occasionally talk about planes a little too much).
This isn’t just drafting lines on a plan — it’s about bringing big ideas to life, designing smarter, more sustainable airports, and reimagining what’s possible.
This role is integral to delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable design solutions that embody Aurecon’s purpose of bringing ideas to life.
We’re looking for someone who brings a strong sense of brand identity, optimism, and critical thinking — someone eager to contribute ideas and continuously improve the way we work.
What you’ll do
Prepare civil design drawings (grading, drainage, pavements, structural, markings and aeronautical ground lighting layouts and details).
Develop detailed design documentation including plans, profiles, sections, and construction details using CAD and 3D modelling software.
Collaborate with colleagues, both onshore and across borders to co-create world-class airport infrastructure.
Produce accurate, high-quality work that reflects Aurecon’s reputation for excellence and aligns with our standards.
Actively contribute to Aurecon’s culture of collaboration, inclusion, and innovation and contribute to our growing aviation portfolio across Oceania and the Asia-Pacific region
Contribute to design reviews, providing insights to improve constructability, workflow efficiencies and design integration.
Participate in multidisciplinary project teams, supporting engineers in problem-solving and developing practical solutions
What can you bring to the team?
Essential:
Experienced in CAD and modelling software (AutoCad, Civil 3D or 12d, or Open Roads)
Understanding of civil engineering principles (grading, drainage, pavements etc) and ideally some experience in airports / airfields
Attention to detail and accuracy (ability to produced technical drawings with a high level of clarity and readability)
Effective communication skills (capable of collaborating with engineers, drafters, modellers e.g. aviation team members)
A team spirit, an eye for detail, and a knack for creative problem-solving.
Ability to work within project budgets and project timelines (balancing multiple tasks and multiple deadlines)
Good to have:
A genuine love for aviation and design.
Experience on Australia projects would be an advantage
Diploma in Civil Engineering or similar
Experience in Civil Engineering Drafting, Technical Drawing, awesome software skills, scripting/programming etc.
Our Aurecon Attributes define our way of being – they are a collection of qualities that makes us who we are. Individually and collectively, they unleash the true power of Aurecon, they make us stand out from the crowd and are critical to our success. We don’t expect you to have all eight of the attributes, but one that is unique to you. To find out what your key attribute is, take the test here https://www.aurecongroup.com/careers/culture/aurecon-attributes.
We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life. Does that sound like you?
About Us
Headquartered in Australia, Aurecon is one of the leading international engineering, design and advisory company that brings vital engineering experience, technical capabilities, and design expertise to an extensive range of markets.
Over the last 85 years, our team of more than 7,800 experts located in 11 locations across the globe have collaborated with our clients and partners to reimagine, shape and engineer clever, innovative and sustainable solutions to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.
In Asia, where the region is undergoing rapid transformation in areas of sustainability, digital and infrastructure, we lead by being innovative, flexible and nimble. We embrace design-led thinking – an approach that is guided by digital engineering, the user experience and sustainability – ensuring that the work we do is future ready and leaves a legacy for the next generation.
Think engineering. Think again.