Posted 19 July, 2026
Intermediate Civil Design Engineer (Waste Infrastructure)
Tonkin & Taylor Ltd
Wellington, WGN, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 56aaab10bcccfb8b
Job Description
We are looking for an engineer to join our waste and resource recovery team. This role suits someone with experience in civil, environmental, or infrastructure projects who enjoys working on practical engineering solutions and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams. You will support the delivery of waste and landfill projects across design, investigation, construction support, and client engagement — working alongside experienced technical specialists and project managers while continuing to build your own skills and project experience. Preferred candidate will have: BE (Hons) in Civil Engineering or equivalent 5+ years of experience (intermediate level) Experience in the waste and resource recovery industry (encouraged) Strong attention to detail and analytical skills Proficiency in civil design software such as 12d, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong client relationship skills An enquiring mind that can identify innovative solutions and deliver value to clients What you’ll work on Bulk earthworks and stormwater design Landfill and containment system design, including geosynthetic components Leachate and environmental management systems Landform and rehabilitation works Geotechnical and stability assessments General civil and environmental engineering support Benefits Exposure to a variety of professional experts and projects, including large-scale alliance projects and smaller community-focused work A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to pave your own career path Professional memberships and continued education support A flexible working culture and formal flexible working arrangements, including part-time working and the ability to purchase extra leave Internal training programmes $750 annual wellbeing allowance and wellbeing programme A very active social club Free fruit baskets and morning teas Additional parental leave, salary top-up, and a back-to-work coaching programme (as per policy) State-of-the-art, modern and contemporary offices Everyone Matters is one of our core values, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that fosters inclusion, participation and equal opportunity. We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer, a member of Diversity Works, and partners of Pūhoro STEMM Academy. We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pacific languages to apply. Tonkin + Taylor are proud to be part of the Rainbow Tick Whānau and welcome applicants from rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr