Civil Engineer

Layher Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Layher Pty Ltd in Brisbane, Australia, is seeking a Civil Engineer to join the technical department. You will design scaffolding solutions, perform static calculations, and ensure compliance with local standards while coordinating with sales and customers. The role requires on-site work five days a week.

You will use AutoCAD and dedicated structural analysis tools (RStab/Robot) to produce 3D models and clear PDFs for client proposals, focusing on safe, efficient solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of work experience with Layher scaffolding.
• On-site full-time work five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient scaffolding solutions based on client requirements and local standards.
• Perform static calculations.
• Conduct structural analysis using RStab or Robot when required.
• Create 3D scaffolding models and PDFs for customer presentations.

Skills

Static calculation

Structural analysis

Verbal communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

RStab

Robot

Job description

Founded in 1945, Layher is the world’s leading manufacturer and supplier of modular scaffolding systems, access solutions, and temporary structures. With over 80 years of experience, our products are recognized globally for innovation, safety, and efficiency. Layher operates with a workforce of more than 2,500 employees and maintains subsidiaries and distribution partners in over 140 locations worldwide.

Our production facilities in Güglingen-Eibensbach, Germany, are among the most advanced in the industry, ensuring precision-engineered materials and reliable supply chains. Layher’s hallmark systems including the Allround Scaffolding, SpeedyScaf, and Protect System are used extensively in industrial, construction, and event applications worldwide.

About the role

The technical department, consisting of a team of engineers and designers, works closely with the sales department and directly with customers to find the best solution for the customer. When selling scaffolding systems, it is essential to present the possibilities of the system using customised solutions. To do this, the latest digital technologies are used to design scaffolding solutions in 3D and present them clearly to the customer. The aim is to select the systems and products from Layher's existing product portfolio that can be used to realise the customer's requirements most efficiently.

Key responsibilities

Development of efficient scaffolding solutions with the existing product portfolio based on customer requirements and in compliance with local standards and regulations.

Static calculation.

Structural Analysis using company software when required (RStab / Robot)

Produce 3D Scaffolding Models and pdfs

About you

Graduated Civil Engineer.

At least 3-5 years work experience with Layher Scaffolding.

Must be able to work on site full-time 5 days a week from Monday to Friday.

Exceptionally good understanding of static calculation of steel structures or scaffolding.

Sound knowledge of AutoCAD and structural analysis software.

Passion in finding solutions.

Customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills.