Principal Maritime Engineer

KBR, Inc.

Western Australia

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

Get more replies from employers

Send a job-specific resume in minutes.

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading salaries, reviewed annually

Flexible work arrangements

Paid Professional Membership Fees

Employee Stock Purchase Plans

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Australia seeks a Principal Maritime Structural Engineer to lead complex maritime projects. The role demands 20+ years of experience in structural design and project management, focusing on wharves, jetties, and coastal infrastructure. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and software proficiency. This position offers industry-leading salaries and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

20+ years of experience in maritime structural engineering.
Proven experience managing projects and preparing proposals.
Eligibility for Chartered Professional Membership (IEAust) and RPEQ accreditation.

Responsibilities

Lead structural design for maritime projects.
Manage small to medium-sized projects and lead engineering teams.
Prepare and verify design calculations.

Skills

Maritime structural engineering

Project management

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Strand7

SPACE GASS

OPTIMOOR

Job description

Relocate to the Sunshine State and Join KBR’s Maritime Centre of Excellence in Brisbane

Are you a seasoned structural engineer with a passion for maritime infrastructure? This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join one of the most talented and respected engineering teams in Australia. Working within our National Maritime Team you will lead the design and delivery of complex maritime and coastal engineering projects across Australia and beyond.

About the Role

We’re seeking a Principal Maritime Structural Engineer to take charge of structural design and engineering services for maritime structures including wharves, jetties, piers, and coastal infrastructure. You’ll work on high-impact projects, lead multidisciplinary teams, and provide expert guidance to engineers and designers.

This is a senior leadership role where your technical expertise, project management skills, and strategic thinking will shape the future of maritime engineering in our organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead structural design for maritime projects using concrete, steel, timber, and engineered materials.
Manage small to medium-sized projects or lead engineering teams on large multidisciplinary projects.
Prepare and verify design calculations using tools like SPACE GASS, Strand7, and OPTIMOOR.
Develop technical reports, specifications, and contract documentation.
Mentor and supervise junior engineers and designers.
Liaise with clients, authorities, and consultants to ensure project success.
Contribute to proposals, bids, and business development activities.
Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and company quality systems.

About You

You’re a highly experienced maritime structural engineer who brings deep technical knowledge, leadership capability, and a collaborative mindset. You’ll thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise makes a real impact.

You’ll have

A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
20+ years of experience in maritime structural engineering, including design and remediation of wharves, jetties, marinas, seawalls, pontoons, and port infrastructure.
Strong capability in structural/maritime analysis software (ideally Strand7, SPACE GASS, OPTIMOOR).
Proven experience managing projects and preparing proposals.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
Eligibility for Chartered Professional Membership (IEAust) and RPEQ accreditation (or ability to obtain within a set timeframe).
A solid understanding of the maritime engineering industry and its commercial/consulting environments.
A proactive, independent work style with the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

About us

KBR’s Infrastructure Solutions business works with customers across the nation to plan, design and deliver smarter, safer and more sustainable infrastructure to meet the demands of the future for all Australians. We’re a team of over 1300 who deliver engineering, science and technology solutions across the water, transport, energy, sustainability, resources and defence sectors.

The perks