Birdge Engineer / Senior Bridge Engineer

Aspect Personnel; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspect Personnel is seeking a Bridge Engineer in Brisbane to lead inspections, modelling and design for civil structures in Queensland. You will work closely with the State Manager on complex projects and build client relationships while delivering clear, data‑driven insights.

The role emphasizes reporting, collaborative teamwork and opportunities for career progression toward Chartered status, with a competitive salary and a strong focus on technical quality.

Qualifications

• Requires 4–8 years' experience as a bridge engineer in a consulting environment.
• Experience in the inspection, assessment and remedial design of bridges and other civil structures.
• RPEQ registration and progress toward Chartered status (CPEng or nearing).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, carry out and report on structural inspections of bridges and other structures.
• Undertake structural modelling and load rating/capacity assessments.
• Prepare engineering recommendations, reports and feasibility studies.
• Coordinate projects including client engagement and stakeholder management.
• Write technical engineering reports and perform quality assurance checks.
• Contribute to tenders and proposals and support graduate engineers.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Structural analysis

Report writing

Client liaison

Data-driven engineering

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Job description

The Company

For more than 25 years, this organisation has engineering and asset management solutions for Australia's transport and infrastructure sectors. They partner with asset owners and operators across rail, road and mining, and are known for pragmatic engineering, agile project management and a progressive use of technology.

Headquartered in Victoria with a national footprint, they have a growing Queensland presence. Following recent project wins, they are expanding their Brisbane-based team.

About the Role

Working closely with the State Manager to deliver complex projects and support continued business success. Projects will focus on existing engineering and asset management associated with existing bridges and other civil structures. Your responsibilities will include:

• Plan, carry out and report on structural inspections of bridges, culverts, retaining walls and other structures
• Undertake structural modelling and analysis, as well as load rating and load capacity assessments for concrete, steel, timber and masonry structure
• Prepare engineering recommendations, which may include reports, concept and detailed designs, feasibility studies and repair or strengthening options.
• Coordination of projects including client engagement and stakeholder management
• Write technical engineering reports that communicate findings clearly and concisely.
• Carry out quality assurance checks on your own work and submit it for technical verification.
• Contribute to tenders and proposals, including methodology, program and fee inputs.
• Support and guide graduate engineers and technical staff
• Build good working relationships with clients and contribute to the organisation's reputation for technical quality.
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and, where appropriate, technical studies and industry forums.

About You

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• A Bachelor of Engineering
• RPEQ registration
• CPEng or progress towards Chartered status.
• Circa 4 - 8 years' experience as a bridge engineer in a consulting environment
• Experience in the inspection, assessment and remedial design of bridges and other civil structures
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Curiosity and interest in data-driven engineering and how to turn insight into value for clients

Culture & Growth

Privately owned, this organisation is pragmatic and fast-moving - no big-firm red tape. Decisions are quick, ownership is real, and great work is recognised. They invest in their people and offer progress and opportunity unparalleled in the market. Work autonomously, with full support, in an environment that focuses on outcomes, rather than hours.

Salary

While the salary on offer is negotiable and commensurate with your experience and the value you can bring to the organisation, a banding of between $120,000 and $150,000 is suggested.