Title: Principal Drainage Engineer KBR is proud to be t he  Principal Design Partner  on the  North Western  Program Alliance (NWPA) âa long â standing partnership between the Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP), Metro Trains  Melbourne,  KBR  and John Holland.  Established in 2017, NWPA has delivered appr oximately  $3 billion  in major transport infrastructure for Victoria. Building on this success, LXRP has awarded the alliance a  five â year extension , providing a strong, sustainable pipeline of complex rail and transport projects across Melbourne  through to  2027 .  Current an d upcoming works include  Melbourne Airport Rail â Stage 1 , the  Ruthven and Seaford level crossing removals , and multiple viaduct â style bridge projects, with further major projects already in development.  Why Join KBR on NWPA?  With Victoriaâs transport sector continuing to grow, NWPA offers a rare opportunity to work on  city â shaping infrastructure  withi n a high â performing, collaborative alliance environment.  At KBR and NWPA, we aim to be  recognised  as  âthe place to beâ âfor capability,  culture  and career development.  Youâll  benefit  from:  Exposure to diverse, high â profile projects across road, rail and major transport infrastructure  A genu inely collaborative,  no â blame alliance culture  focused on solving challenges together  Strong support  for workload balance,  wellbeing  and flexible ways of working  Access to internal and external learning programs, including KBRâs  101 training series  A  hybrid working model , with the flexibility to work from home, our Melbourne office, or project sites  The Opportunity  As NWPA continues to expand, we are seeking an experienced  Principal Drainage Engineer  to provide technical leadership across complex multidisciplinary  infrastructure projects.  While your  initial  focus will be with NWPA, this is a  permanent role with KBR , offering long â term career opportunities on iconic infrastructure projects across Australia.  The Role  As a  Principal Drainage Engineer , you will play a critical leadership role in delivering some of Victoriaâs  most complex and high â profile transport projects.  Y ou will act as the  Drainage Lead  on major multidisciplinary programs, taking ownership of technical direction, leading design development, and navigating complex engineering challenges to deliver robust, innovative drainage solutions across road and rail environments.  You will provide high â level technical leadership, mentor engineers at all levels, and work closely with clients and alliance partners to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards of  quality, safety,  cost  and schedule .  Key Responsibilities  In this role, you will:  Lead and deliver complex drainage and hydrology designs across major infrastructure projects  Set technical direction and ensure design excellence across all project stages  Manage competing constraints, approvals pathways and interface challenges  Integrate commercial, safety,  constructability  and regulatory requirements into design solutions  Mentor and develop senior and junior engineers,  designers  and drafters  Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients and stakeholders  About You  You are an experienced  Principal Drainage Engineer  with deep technical  expertise  and a proven  track record  of leading drainage design on major civil infrastructure projects. You thrive in complex environments, bring clarity to multidisciplinary teams, and confidently guide both technical outcomes and people.  You bring:  A degree in  Civil Engineering  (or equivalent)  Significant experience  delivering major infrastructure projects with consultants,  contractors  and government agencies  Demonstrated experience acting as a  Drainage Lead  on large road,  rail  or transport programs  Advanced  expertise  in drainage design and hydrology modelling software  Strong knowledge of relevant standards and guidelines ( Austroads , State Transport Authority requirements, etc.)  Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)  status, or eligibility to obtain  At KBR, We Value You  Our values define how we  operate  and how we support our people:  We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, and We Are a Team of Teams.  As you focus on leading high â impact engineering solutions, we ensure you have the support, flexibility, and autonomy you need to thrive. Enjoy hybrid working options, family â friendly arrangements, and a culture built on trust, empowerment, and collaboration.  At KBR,  youâll  work alongside some of the industryâs most respected experts with the support of a global  organisation âand the connected, supportive feel of a local team. Here,  youâre  not just part of the business;  youâre  integral to shaping its future.  KBR values an inclusive and diverse work environment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role  and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.  LI-DNP LI- DNI⯠S-DNI Â
