SMEC's story begins in 1949 with Australia's iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme, a nation-building project that brought together engineers from around the world. This ambitious undertaking laid the foundation for what would become one of the world's leading infrastructure and development consultancies. Over the past 75 years, SMEC has evolved from those early pioneers into a globally connected workforce of specialists operating in more than 40 countries, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and improve lives across transport, water, energy, and urban development sectors.
Today, as part of the SJ Group, SMEC brings together over 16,500 professionals who combine deep technical expertise with local knowledge to solve complex infrastructure challenges. From major highway systems and rail networks to hydropower dams and sustainable urban communities, their team aligns specialist capabilities to deliver practical, innovative, and sustainable outcomes. The company's diverse workforce spans all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to engineering positive change and creating lasting impact in the regions they serve.