Post-Tensioned Structural Engineer for Building Design

Northrop Consulting Engineers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentors & buddies

Networking opportunities

Salary sacrifice

Parental leave

Income protection insurance

Chartership support

Professional development

Job summary

Northrop Consulting Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineer to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant structural designs with a specialist focus on post-tensioned concrete. The role involves analysis, modelling, and documentation from concept through construction under senior guidance to provide buildable solutions.

The successful candidate will collaborate with architects and services teams, develop accurate calculations, and support project delivery while adhering to Australian standards

Qualifications

• Engineering degree from a recognised body.
• 1–3 years structural engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of AS/NZS, NCC and authority requirements.
• Developing expertise in post-tensioned concrete design.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structural analysis, modelling, and design for building elements, including post-tensioned slabs under supervision.
• Produce accurate calculations, drawings, and design documentation aligned with project requirements and senior guidance.
• Support development of efficient, practical, and buildable structural solutions.
• Ensure design outputs are coordinated with architectural, civil, and services disciplines.
• Incorporate feedback from senior engineers to refine and improve design quality.
• Deliver design tasks within timeframes, budgets, and milestones.
• Assist in preparing structural documentation for tender and construction phases.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely deliverables and update documentation as needed.
• Provide on-site technical guidance and respond to structural queries.

Skills

Post-tensioned concrete

Structural analysis

Coordination

Documentation

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

SpaceGass

Strand7

Job description

Northrop Consulting Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineer to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant structural designs with a specialist focus on post-tensioned concrete. The role involves analysis, modelling, and documentation from concept through construction under senior guidance to provide buildable solutions.

The successful candidate will collaborate with architects and services teams, develop accurate calculations, and support project delivery while adhering to Australian standards