Principal Structural Engineer

Enerven

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexi-time accrual
Flexible working conditions
17.5% leave loading
13% superannuation
Leadership and career development
$900 electricity reimbursement
Income protection coverage
Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading Australian engineering firm seeks a Principal Structural Engineer in Adelaide. The role involves leading structural design for high-voltage substations and renewable projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should hold a Structural Engineering degree and possess experience delivering relevant designs. The firm offers flexible working conditions and strong commitment to employee well-being. Join us in building a sustainable future.

Qualifications

  • Strong background in structural engineering design and construction.
  • Experience with high-voltage transmission utility sector projects.
  • Passion for developing engineering design and mentoring.

Responsibilities

  • Lead conceptual and detailed design of structural engineering.
  • Provide expert knowledge and technical authority.
  • Mentor and develop other structural engineers.

Skills

Structural engineering design
Mentoring
Technical authority
Problem solving

Education

Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural design software

Job description

Enerven West Hindmarsh, South Australia, Australia

Principal Structural Engineer

Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide - and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.

The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.

At Enerven, we’re connecting you with tomorrow.

About the role

We are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join our team at Enerven, reporting directly to the Civil Structural Engineering Lead. This key role involves the development and authority of structural engineering designs related to HV substations and renewable projects.

Responsibilities
  • Leading the structural engineering outcomes in conceptual design, detailed design, procurement, and construction, ensuring all work aligns with relevant standards, specifications, and guidelines for regulatory compliance
  • Providing expert knowledge and technical authority in structural engineering design
  • Lead the mentoring and professional development of other structural engineers and graduates within the design and engineering team.
  • Provide specialised technical and engineering expertise, support and advice for Enerven’s strategic and highest risk delivery projects
  • Apply sound engineering principles to ensure all footing and structural designs comply with relevant standards, including statutory regulations, Client specifications, Australian Standards, and other applicable guidelines.
  • Develop, peer-review and technically authorise engineering calculations and reports for all structural engineering designs
  • Create, with team support, detailed engineering drawings and design models for structural engineering design including the review and validation of others’ work.
  • Assist the Civil Structural Engineering Lead in the development of templates, tools, and procedures to enhance the efficiency and quality of structural engineering deliverables.
About you

You will have a strong background in structural engineering design with working knowledge of construction and maintenance practices. You’ll have a genuine passion for developing structural engineering design, continuous learning and development and mentoring of other engineers.

Qualifications and Experience
  • Degree in Structural Engineering that will allow admission as Corporate Member of Institute of Engineers, Australia (CPEng is desirable)
  • Proven experience in a similar role delivering structural designs within the renewables and high-voltage transmission utility sector, including work with electricity network providers such as ElectraNet and Transgrid (desirable).
  • Advanced skills and experience with structural design software’s to carry out structural steelwork and foundation design, including substation gantry structure and foundation design (desirable).
About us

When you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration.

Our broad industry skillset enables us to meet complex challenges with agility and expertise. Our team is at the forefront of change - building a more sustainable future by connecting Australia with tomorrow.

Health, safety and well‑being form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the community we serve.

Benefits
  • Flexi-time accrual
  • Flexible working conditions with a supportive leadership team
  • 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
  • 13% superannuation
  • Leadership and career development opportunities
  • Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
  • Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme
  • Paid parental leave
An inclusive and equal opportunity organisation

We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.

Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre‑employment screening, including a medical and a police check.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at recruitment@enerven.com.au

Be part of something bigger. Join Enerven and help connect Australia with tomorrow.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering Services and Civil Engineering

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