Digital Engineers use technology to help the water industry work smarter and solve complex challenges.
Digital engineer's enable predictive maintenance, optimise treatment and distribution, support regulatory compliance, and drive innovation through smart water technologies, while protecting critical infrastructure with cybersecurity measures.
You might use data, sensors, digital models, automation or artificial intelligence to improve how water is treated, moved and managed.
You could help create a digital model of a treatment plant, use sensors to monitor equipment or develop tools that help engineers predict problems before they happen.
You'll work with engineers, data specialists, software developers and operational teams to turn technology into practical solutions.
As Australia's water industry responds to population growth, climate change and ageing infrastructure, Digital Engineers help utilities make better decisions, improve efficiency and find new ways to manage our most important resource.
This role suits problem-solvers and tech-savvy professionals who enjoy applying digital solutions to real-world water operations.
DAY TO DAY WORK
- Developing digital tools to improve water and wastewater operations.
- Working with data from sensors, equipment and water infrastructure.
- Creating digital models or digital twins of water systems and infrastructure.
- Using data and technology to identify problems and improve performance.
- Exploring how artificial intelligence and machine learning could support water services.
- Connecting digital systems and technologies so information can be shared more effectively.
- Helping teams use data to make better engineering and operational decisions.
- Working with engineers and technology specialists to develop new digital solutions.
- Testing new technologies and finding practical ways to use them in the water industry.
- Supporting digital projects that improve efficiency, reliability and sustainability.
SKILLS AND INTERESTS
- Interested in technology, engineering and how things work.
- Enjoys coding, programming, data or computer modelling.
- Curious about emerging technologies such as AI, sensors and digital twins.
- Enjoys solving complex problems and finding creative solutions.
- Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.
- Interested in how technology can improve the environment and communities.
- Comfortable learning new software and technologies.
- Good communication skills and enjoys working in a team.
Qualifications for this role
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Bachelor of Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Data Science.
or - Masters of Systems Engineering
Where you might work
Water utilities and authorities
Technology and IoT companies
Consultant Offices
Specialist contractors
Infrastructure partners
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