Diagnostic Structural Engineer — Forensic & Remedial Design

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company car provided

Birthday leave

Career development

Diverse projects exposure

Annual bonus

Job summary

Vivid Engineers is seeking a Diagnostic Structural Engineer to join our West End, QLD-based team (preferred) or Ultimo, NSW. You will perform diagnostic investigations, prepare comprehensive reports for insurers and clients, and deliver structural design documentation for diverse projects across Victoria, Queensland, and New South Wales.

You will work within a small, collaborative team of 15, balancing field site visits with office-based reporting, and you may travel across Australia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in structural engineering within Australia.
• Experience in diagnostic investigations and report writing.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards & NCC.
• Proficiency in engineering software (AutoCAD, Bluebeam) and MS Office.
• Ability to coordinate subconsultants and review junior engineers’ work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high‑quality diagnostic reports for insurers, builders, and stakeholders.
• Conduct site inspections to diagnose building damage or performance issues.
• Assess causation and provide clear rectification recommendations.
• Deliver structural design documentation for new builds, alterations, and remedial works.
• Collaborate with drafting staff and external consultants.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and the NCC.

Skills

Structural engineering

Australian Standards knowledge

Report writing

Site inspections

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Vivid Engineers is seeking a Diagnostic Structural Engineer to join our West End, QLD-based team (preferred) or Ultimo, NSW. You will perform diagnostic investigations, prepare comprehensive reports for insurers and clients, and deliver structural design documentation for diverse projects across Victoria, Queensland, and New South Wales.

You will work within a small, collaborative team of 15, balancing field site visits with office-based reporting, and you may travel across Australia.