Junior Structural Engineer – Residential Projects

seek.com.au; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking a Junior Structural Engineer for a Sydney-based firm specialising in high-end residential and architect-designed projects. You will work closely with experienced directors and gain exposure to design, documentation and site visits.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and 1–2 years’ relevant experience, or a strong recent graduate. You should be motivated to learn, possess good communication and problem-solving skills, and aim to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 1–2 years’ relevant structural engineering experience, or strong graduate.
• Interest in structural engineering and construction.
• Willingness to learn and develop technically.
• Good communication and practical problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Australian Standards and residential construction advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Structural design of steel, concrete, timber and masonry structures.
• Prepare and coordinate structural documentation.
• Liaise with architects, builders and consultants.
• Attend site inspections to gain practical construction knowledge.
• Increase project responsibility as experience develops.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Reliability

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural design software

Australian Standards

Job description

We are a small, established structural engineering firm specialising in high-end residential and architect-designed projects throughout Sydney.

We are seeking a Junior Structural Engineer with ideally 1-2 years' relevant experience, although we would also consider a promising recent graduate with strong technical ability, initiative and a genuine interest in structural engineering.

We are particularly interested in someone who enjoys engineering, is motivated to learn and is looking to build a long-term career with the firm.

We believe becoming a good structural engineer takes time, practical experience and a willingness to continually learn. We value traditional engineering skills, including hand calculations, sketches and design tables, alongside modern design software and emerging technologies such as AI.

Our aim is to develop engineers with strong technical fundamentals, sound engineering judgement and a thorough understanding of how structures are actually built, while remaining open to new ideas and better ways of working.

The Role

Working closely with the firm's experienced directors, you will progressively gain exposure to all stages of structural engineering projects, including:

• Structural design of steel, concrete, timber and masonry structures
• Preparation and coordination of structural documentation
• Liaising with architects, builders and consultants
• Opportunities to attend site inspections and gain practical construction knowledge
• Practical problem-solving during design and construction
• Increasing project responsibility as your experience develops

Projects You'll Work On

Our projects include:

• High-end architect-designed homes, often $5M-$20M builds
• Complex residential renovations and alterations
• Retaining walls, shoring and excavation support
• Swimming pools and associated structures
• Selected small commercial projects

About You

• A Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Ideally 1-2 years' relevant structural engineering experience, although exceptional recent graduates will be considered
• A genuine interest in structural engineering and construction
• A willingness to learn and develop technically
• Good communication skills and a practical approach to problem-solving
• Initiative, reliability and a positive attitude
• Experience with Australian Standards, structural design software and residential construction will be advantageous.
• Above all, we value attitude, a genuine interest in engineering and the ambition to become a highly capable structural engineer.

Why Join Us

• Learn directly from experienced structural engineers
• Interesting and challenging residential projects
• Small, supportive and established firm
• Broad exposure to design, documentation and construction
• Opportunity to develop into a senior engineer with increasing responsibility
• Potential future leadership and partnership opportunities
• Competitive remuneration based on experience
• Convenient Eastern Suburbs office close to public transport

Applicants must have unrestricted Australian working rights.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted