Hybrid Principal Transport Engineer

at SLR Consulting

• Job title: Principal Transport Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Brisbane, Australia

About the role

• Principal Transport Engineer leading traffic and transport consulting projects at SLR Consulting. Driving client relationships and directing multi-disciplinary teams across Australia.

Responsibilities

• Directing projects from inception through to delivery, with responsibility for scope, program, budget, and quality
• Providing senior review and quality assurance across the team's outputs
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients and regulatory authorities, including representing SLR at stakeholder forums, council meetings, and agency briefings
• Growing and maintaining client relationships, and identifying opportunities to extend the work we do for existing clients or open doors with new ones
• Leading the preparation of fee proposals and tender submissions
• Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level team members, building capability across the team
• Working closely with other discipline leads within SLR to bring multi-disciplinary solutions to complex projects

Requirements

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in traffic engineering, transport planning, or a related consulting discipline
• A track record of independently managing and delivering projects to successful outcomes
• Recognised expertise in your field, with a reputation for sound, practical advice
• Experience mentoring and developing less experienced staff
• Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders across private and government sectors
• A genuine interest in business development and growing the work of the team
• Proficiency with relevant industry tools such as SIDRA, AIMSUN, VISSIM, AutoTurn, or similar
• Working knowledge of Australian transport planning frameworks, guidelines, and approval processes
• Chartered or working towards chartership with Engineers Australia, or equivalent professional recognition

Benefits

• Hybrid work model – Enjoy the balance of in-office collaboration and work-from-home flexibility
• Extra paid leave – Purchase up to 10 additional leave days for personal or professional development, volunteering, or family time
• Parental leave support – Inclusive policies offering 14 weeks primary and 6 weeks secondary carer's leave
• Career development – A clear career progression path, study assistance, and fully funded professional memberships
• Wellbeing support – Access to our Employee Assistance Program for mental, physical, and social wellbeing
• Global opportunities – Genuine opportunities to work across our international offices, with an active track record of staff exchanges between our Australian and overseas teams
• Perks & discounts – Salary sacrificing, corporate uniforms, and exclusive discounts at major retailers