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Principal Structural Engineer

Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead the design and delivery of complex structural engineering projects involving concrete, steel, timber, and composites for buildings, transport infrastructure, and industrial facilities.

Role type

Principal Structural Engineer (Technical Leader & Project Lead)

Builds

Buildings, transport infrastructure, stations, industrial facilities, retaining structures, drainage assets, and defence facilities

Domain

Civil Engineering / Infrastructure / Construction

Required skills

Structural design and analysis, Australian Standards compliance, technical leadership, mentoring, client relationship management, proposal development, risk management, multidisciplinary team leadership

Preferred skills

Innovation, continuous improvement, strategic guidance

Technologies

Structural analysis software, design documentation tools

Responsibilities

Lead structural calculations, analysis, and design reviews; provide technical leadership and mentoring; develop client relationships and identify business growth opportunities; lead proposal and tender preparation; oversee design documentation and engineering deliverables; manage technical risks and complex engineering challenges; represent the company in client meetings and industry engagements

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership