Principal Structural Engineer - Transmission Line | AUSTRALIA WIDE

Partum Engineering Pty; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Partum Engineering Pty in Australia is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer with specialist experience in overhead transmission line structures. You will lead structural analysis and verification, coordinating with electrical, civil and geotechnical teams to ensure safe and compliant designs.

Suitable candidates will have 10+ years in utilities or related industries, with proficiency in common structural software and a track record of delivering high-voltage transmission line projects from

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in utilities, construction or resources industry.
• Experience in structural design and analysis of overhead transmission line towers or related structures.
• Experience with structural calculations and loading assessments.
• Knowledge of Australian and international structural engineering standards and transmission line design requirements.
• Familiarity with structural analysis software such as PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE, STAAD.Pro or SAP2000.
• Strong communication and teamwork across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and review structural analysis and design of overhead transmission line towers, poles and associated structures.
• Perform and verify structural calculations, including assessments of loading, member forces, stability and structural adequacy.
• Review and approve structural engineering calculations, drawings and deliverables to ensure compliance with client specifications and standards.
• Coordinate structural design activities with electrical, civil and geotechnical teams for integrated project outcomes.
• Review tower loading requirements, interfaces and foundation reactions, providing technical input as needed.
• Respond to technical queries and participate in design and construction reviews.
• Provide specialist technical guidance to engineering team members and identify opportunities to improve design methods and efficiency.

Skills

Structural analysis

Overhead lines

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Strong analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural/Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS-TOWER

PLS-POLE

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

Job description

We are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer with specialist experience in overhead transmission line structures to support the design and delivery of high-voltage transmission line projects.

Working closely with electrical, civil and other engineering disciplines, you will review and verify structural designs, resolve technical challenges and support project delivery from detailed design through to construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake and review structural analysis and design of overhead transmission line towers, poles and associated structures.
• Perform and verify structural calculations, including assessments of loading, member forces, stability and structural adequacy.
• Review and approve structural engineering calculations, drawings and technical deliverables to ensure compliance with client specifications and relevant Australian and international standards.
• Coordinate structural design activities with electrical, civil and geotechnical engineering teams to ensure integrated project outcomes.
• Review tower loading requirements, structural interfaces and foundation reactions, providing technical input where required.
• Respond to technical queries, participate in design and construction reviews, and resolve structural engineering issues.
• Provide specialist technical guidance and advice to engineering team members and identify opportunities to improve design methods and engineering efficiency.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 10+ years' experience in the utilities, construction or resources industry, specifically in transmission line engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in the structural design and analysis of overhead transmission line towers, poles or associated structures.
• Experience with structural calculations, loading assessments, member design and verification of engineering deliverables.
• Knowledge of relevant Australian and international structural engineering standards and transmission line design requirements.
• Experience using structural analysis software such as PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE, STAAD.Pro or SAP2000.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of technical accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as required.