Senior Structural Engineer

Agilitus; Townsville; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

A dynamic engineering consultancy in Townsville, Queensland, is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to provide leadership and technical expertise to the team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in structural engineering design, project management, and team mentoring. This is a full-time role with opportunities for growth and influence within the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years significant design experience in Resources, Industrial or renewables sectors.
• 7+ years brownfield project experience in steel and concrete design.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural team to deliver innovative engineering solutions.
• Support the management of engineering resources, budgets, and schedules.
• Mentor and develop the structural engineering team.

Skills

Structural engineering design

Team leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural)

Professional qualification in engineering, preferably CPEng

Job description

Overview

Agilitus Townsville, Queensland, Australia

As engineers we are faced with some of the most exciting challenges of our generation, from energy transition to food and water security. At Agilitus QLD we believe we are here to help change the future, we have the opportunity to create innovative solutions in response to these challenges and make a positive impact on society and our environment.

We are a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy, providing civil, structural, mechanical and electrical services covering our client’s entire project lifecycle. Across mining, industrial and renewables, we deliver world class engineering to help our clients optimise the performance of assets and improve productivity and safety.

We have enjoyed an enviable reputation with our clients for its ‘can do’ attitude to developing sustainable and appropriate engineering solutions. Our culture of maintaining a strong client focus, delivering on promises, and understanding client and project needs is fully integrated into our approach.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a skilled Lead Structural Engineer to provide confident leadership and technical expertise to our Townsville team. Working with a range of clients across varied sectors, this role is ideal for a hands-on, technically proficient engineer who enjoys leading teams and delivering successful project outcomes. Relocation assistance within Australia is available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural team to deliver fit for purpose innovative technical and quality structural engineering solutions
• Collaborate across multiple office locations, working alongside multidiscipline engineers and designers through all project phases, from preliminary investigations and conceptual design to final design and construction.
• Support the management of engineering resources, budgets, schedules, and output quality to ensure efficiency and project success
• Ongoing engagement with internal stakeholders ensuring all parties are well informed of structural project objectives, scope and progress
• Interpret and review engineering designs and deliverables, coordinate and direct drafting resources accordingly
• Undertake structural engineering design calculations
• Project team resource planning and management
• Lead and develop the structural engineering team. Provide ongoing mentorship and strategic direction
• Development and continuous improvement of the structural design tools
• Ensuring the Safety in Design principles in all aspects of structural engineering projects
• Ability to provide succinct updates / reporting and timely escalation of issues
• Develop scopes of work / proposals for tender processes and conduct technical studies
• Development and input into capital cost estimates
• Perform site visits and inspections and risk assessments
• Provide construction / commissioning support for clients as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural)
• Professional qualification in engineering, preferably CPEng
• 10+ years significant design experience in the Resources, Industrial or renewables sectors
• 7+ years brownfield project experience in steel and concrete design, structural dynamics and fatigue
• Marine structures experience would be advantageous
• Considerable experience working in consulting engineering environments
• Experienced and enjoys leading and mentoring a small team
• Leads by example, upholding a commitment to safety, quality, and environmental consciousness, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience in writing proposals, technical reports, and project correspondence.
• Adaptable, and decisive problem solver, able to navigate change, organising and prioritising the demands of multiple projects simultaneously
• Significant understanding of industry codes and standards and design safety standards

Why Join Agilitus QLD?

In partnership with the broader Agilitus business based out of Perth WA, we are a young and dynamic engineering group with aspirations to grow and develop into a competitive force in the engineering design sector in Australia. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of this journey.

We can offer the fantastic career opportunities that come with joining a team on its growth journey, as well as the ability to genuinely influence the business's direction and success through your personal efforts and simultaneously progress your career as we grow from within.

We know that our people and our culture are what differentiates us, that is why we host a relaxed and enjoyable working environment by giving our employees the autonomy to deliver their work. If you are interested in progressing your interest in this role, please click on the APPLY NOW button and register your details. We are committed to this process and as such, we endeavour to review and respond to your application as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you!

Eligibility and Application Notes

Note: This role is open to applicants residing in Australia with current working rights.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Consulting
• Industries: Engineering Services and Mining