Associate/Principal Structural Engineer, Water

Wsp; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Parental leave up to 16 weeks

Employee benefits

Global opportunities

Job summary

WSP Australia is seeking an experienced Associate or Principal Structural Engineer to join our Water Utilities team in Brisbane. You’ll lead structural design for water projects and mentor engineers while delivering durable solutions that meet Australian standards.

Join a collaborative culture with a focus on safety, Digital Engineering, and BIM-based coordination across Queensland. This role offers growth, a clear career path, and opportunities across Australia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including 5+ years in the water sector.
• RPV/RPEQ registration; Chartered status.
• Strong background in reinforced concrete, structural steel and water‑retaining structures aligned to Australian Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design for water-retaining structures, pump stations, sewer networks, pipelines and associated assets.
• Provide technical input into proposals and support business development activities.
• Drive integration of Digital Engineering and BIM-based coordination.
• Undertake condition assessments, design reviews, and verifications.
• Apply Safety-in-Design principles and ensure compliance with OHS&E and quality standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building team capability.

Skills

Structural design

Project leadership

Client engagement

Safety management

Digital Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Join a team that’s shaping the future of water infrastructure across Queensland. Our Water Utilities team is known for its technical excellence, innovative thinking, and collaborative culture—supported by approachable leaders who are invested in your growth.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives—and shape a career as unique as you.

Make Your Mark on Queensland’s Water Future

Big things are happening in water, and we want you to be part of it. With major long‑term programs underway across Australia and strong growth in Queensland, we’re looking for an Associate or Principal Structural Engineer to join our Water Utilities team in Brisbane.

This is your opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical water infrastructure projects that support sustainable growth and resilient communities—from Brisbane to regional Queensland and beyond.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll lead or support the structural engineering scope across multidisciplinary water projects of varying size and complexity. You’ll bring your technical expertise to the planning, design, and delivery of innovative, practical, and durable structural solutions.

You will:

• Lead and deliver structural design for water-retaining structures, pump stations, sewer networks, pipelines, and associated assets
• Provide technical input into proposals and support business development activities
• Drive integration of Digital Engineering and BIM-based coordination
• Undertake condition assessments, design reviews, and verifications
• Apply Safety-in-Design principles and ensure compliance with OHS&E and quality standards
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building team capability

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including 5+ years in the water sector
• RPV / RPEQ registration; Chartered status
• Strong background in reinforced concrete, structural steel and water‑retaining structures aligned to Australian Standards
• Confident managing projects from concept through detailed design
• Excellent communicator with strong client engagement and technical reporting skills
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, environmental responsibility and quality

Why WSP?

At WSP, you’ll join a team that supports your growth and values your ideas. Enjoy competitive pay, an inclusive culture, and career pathways designed around you. With flexible work options, up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, extra purchased leave, and opportunities across Australia and globally, we’re committed to helping you thrive while doing work that makes a real impact.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.