Director-Level Structural Engineer – Seismic & NSQEP Leader

AECOM; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Additional annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Associate Director – Structural Engineer (NSQEP) to lead complex structural and seismic design across defence, research and nuclear projects. Based in Adelaide, you will mentor engineers, guide technical delivery and ensure regulatory compliance, while fostering client relationships and technical excellence.

Relocation assistance is available. You will operate within multidisciplinary teams, drive advanced analysis, and contribute to AECOM's capability growth, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural Engineering; postgrad in seismic or nuclear is advantageous.
• 15+ years in structural engineering with seismic and safety-critical projects.
• NSQEP experience or in highly regulated nuclear environments.
• Chartered Engineer and Professional Engineer or equivalent accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of Australian and international seismic, nuclear and structural standards.
• Proficient in ETABS, SpaceGass and RAPT for advanced analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead seismic design of complex buildings and safety-critical facilities in defence, research and nuclear sectors.
• Provide NSQEP oversight; ensure compliance with codes and safety requirements.
• Deliver advanced structural/seismic analysis including dynamic assessment and seismic qualification.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams with clients and stakeholders.
• Review and assure quality of structural deliverables across project phases.
• Support nuclear safety cases, regulatory submissions and technical justifications.

Skills

Seismic design

NSQEP background

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

Structural analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Civil or Structural Engineering

Postgraduate seismic or nuclear engineering advantageous

Tools

ETABS

SpaceGass

RAPT

Job description

AECOM is seeking an Associate Director – Structural Engineer (NSQEP) to lead complex structural and seismic design across defence, research and nuclear projects. Based in Adelaide, you will mentor engineers, guide technical delivery and ensure regulatory compliance, while fostering client relationships and technical excellence.

Relocation assistance is available. You will operate within multidisciplinary teams, drive advanced analysis, and contribute to AECOM's capability growth, including