Lead Structural Engineer — Flexible, High-Impact Mining Design

Primero; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work

Job summary

WSP in Perth, Western Australia is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to join our Sustaining Capital team. You will deliver structural design across brownfield mining and minerals processing projects, check steelwork and foundations, and support multiple client teams across WA.

Located in a flexible, hybrid work environment, the role requires a Civil or Structural Engineering degree, substantial mining project experience, and strong communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Structural Engineer within mining, minerals processing or heavy industrial projects.
• Strong background working within an EPCM or engineering consultancy environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Deliver structural engineering and design across brownfield mining and minerals processing projects.
• Design and check structural steelwork, reinforced concrete and foundations.
• Work across conveyors, transfer stations, crushing and screening structures, chutes, pipe racks, platforms and equipment support structures.
• Assess existing structures and develop modification, remediation and strengthening solutions.
• Provide engineering support through design, fabrication and construction and review structural models, drawings and vendor information.
• Respond to technical queries and work closely with designers, engineers, contractors and client teams.
• Check and review the work of other engineers and provide technical guidance where required

Skills

Mining structural experience

EPCM experience

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Lead Structural Engineer Flexible High Impact Mining Design

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

At WSP you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

Our Mining & Metals group is a leader in future‑led end‑to‑end mining solutions and delivery of services to our clients. We specialise in delivering comprehensive and tailored solutions for the mining industry. Our team manages and executes large‑scale capital projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety and leave a lasting positive legacy in the communities we engage with.

What you’ll do:

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join our Sustaining Capital team in Perth, supporting a portfolio of Tier 1 mining clients across Western Australia.

• Deliver structural engineering and design across brownfield mining and minerals processing projects
• Design and check structural steelwork, reinforced concrete and foundations
• Work across conveyors, transfer stations, crushing and screening structures, chutes, pipe racks, platforms and equipment support structures
• Assess existing structures and develop modification, remediation and strengthening solutions
• Provide engineering support through design, fabrication and construction and review structural models, drawings and vendor information
• Respond to technical queries and work closely with designers, engineers, contractors and client teams
• Check and review the work of other engineers and provide technical guidance where required

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Significant experience as a Structural Engineer within mining, minerals processing or heavy industrial projects
• Strong background working within an EPCM or engineering consultancy environment
• Strong structural steel and reinforced concrete design capability
• Experience with materials handling infrastructure, particularly conveyors and associated structures
• Sound knowledge of Australian structural design standards
• Ability to work independently, undertake checking and solve complex structural problems
• Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with multidisciplinary and client teams

Why WSP?

• You’ll join an established Sustaining Capital team delivering a diverse pipeline of work for some of WA’s largest mining operators.
• With projects spanning multiple commodities and operating assets, you’ll have the opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging brownfield projects rather than being tied to one major greenfield development.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture supported by employee networks, reconciliation initiatives and belonging programmes
• Internal career development programs and structured career planning resources
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements