Senior Structural Engineer

Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd

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Brisbane Until 9/16/2026 First posted July 18, 2026 Last posted July 18, 2026
Job description

Senior Structural Engineer

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you’ll do

As a Senior Structural Engineer in our Industrial Structures team based in Brisbane, you’ll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.  

  • Deliver innovative structural engineering solutions across major bulk materials handling projects, with the opportunity to contribute to complex industrial, resources and emerging market initiatives.

  • Lead projects and design packages, remaining hands-on while taking ownership of delivery and outcomes.

  • Engage with clients to collectively define project scopes, develop solutions and deliver successful outcomes.

  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across geographies to solve complex technical challenges.

  • Provide technical guidance, mentoring and coaching to emerging engineers and the broader team.

What you’ll bring

  • Relevant engineering qualifications and experience in Structural Engineering including RPEQ.

  • Experience in mining, resources or heavy industrial infrastructure would be highly regarded, particularly across bulk materials handling facilities and associated structural assets.

  • Working knowledge of engineering software such as: Spacegass, FEA (Strand 7/ANSYS), Parametric Modelling (Rhino/Grasshopper), 3D model interrogation (Navisworks/ACC).

  • A track record of taking ownership and delivering practical, impactful outcomes.

  • Strong communication skills and a willingness to build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients.

  • The ability to see the big picture and challenge assumptions.

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready for your next adventure?

If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com.

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.

About this role

Summary

Lead project delivery, design structures, provide technical guidance, collaborate with teams

Job title

Senior Structural Engineer

Experience level

senior level

Industry

engineering

Location requirements

Brisbane-based with flexible working options allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

structural engineeringRPEQSpacegassFEARhino/GrasshopperNavisworks/ACCclient communication

Preferred skills

miningresourcesheavy industrial infrastructure

Specializations

structural engineeringindustrial structuresbulk materials handlingFEA
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Brisbane QLD, Australia

Work arrangement unknown City