Associate Stuctural Engineer

Aspect Personnel; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Supportive leadership

Pathway to senior management

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Associate Structural Engineer to lead the design and delivery for mid-rise residential and public sector projects. This role emphasizes technical excellence, mentoring junior engineers, and building strong client relationships. Candidates should have 8-12 years of structural engineering experience, particularly in the Melbourne market. The firm offers a collaborative culture and a pathway to senior management, along with a diverse project pipeline.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years' experience in structural engineering, particularly mid-rise residential.
• Experience with public sector projects is highly desirable.
• Strong technical background and compliance with Australian Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage structural design for residential and public sector projects.
• Drive technical excellence and oversee quality assurance.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their growth.

Skills

Structural design management

Technical excellence oversight

Client relationship building

Mentoring junior engineers

Leadership communication

Education

CPEng or working towards it

8-12 years' structural engineering experience

Job description

Associate Structural Engineer – Aspect Personnel

Location: Melbourne CBD, VIC – Full‑time, Permanent – Leadership role.

Salary: $140K-$160K+ package (negotiable based on experience). With a strong pipeline of mid‑rise residential and public sector projects (including schools and government‑owned buildings) this is a fantastic opportunity for a technically skilled engineer looking for a mix of project diversity, strategic influence, and team leadership.

About the role

As Associate Structural Engineer, you will:

• Lead and manage the structural design and delivery of mid‑rise residential buildings and government‑funded developments across Melbourne.
• Drive technical excellence across projects, overseeing design, documentation, and quality assurance.
• Support business growth by leveraging your industry connections and building strong relationships with developers, government bodies, architects, and builders.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, supporting their technical and professional growth.
• Collaborate closely with Directors to contribute to strategic direction, client engagement, and project acquisition.

What we’re looking for

• 8–12 years’ structural engineering experience, ideally with a focus on mid‑rise residential projects.
• Exposure to government/public sector buildings (schools, community infrastructure, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Strong technical background – capable of overseeing complex structural systems and ensuring compliance with Australian Standards.
• Well‑connected in the Melbourne property and construction market – comfortable engaging with clients and building lasting relationships.
• Confident leader and communicator who can contribute to both project and business development.
• CPEng or working towards it is preferred.

Why join this firm

• Stable and growing consultancy with a strong presence in the Melbourne market.
• High‑quality pipeline of diverse projects, not just private sector work.
• Supportive leadership and a clear pathway to senior management.
• Flexible work environment and a collaborative, team‑focused culture.
• Opportunity to shape not just projects but the direction of the business.

Interested?

If you’re an experienced structural engineer ready to step into a role with genuine leadership impact, I’d love to hear from you.

James McLaughlin
0435 832 575
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