Principal Structural Engineer (Water)

WSP in Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible work options

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Melbourne is seeking an Associate or Principal Structural Engineer with extensive experience in designing water-retaining structures. The role involves managing structural design across multidisciplinary water infrastructure projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and a strong background in reinforced concrete and structural steel. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including 5+ years in the water sector.
• RPV / RPEQ registration; Chartered status.
• Strong background in reinforced concrete, structural steel and water-retaining structures.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural design for pipelines and sewer networks.
• Provide structural input for proposals and support business development.
• Drive integration of Digital Engineering and BIM-based coordination.
• Undertake condition assessments and design verifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and graduates.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project management

Client engagement

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

BIM software

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? 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.

Make Your Mark on Victoria’s Water Future

This year is a pivotal year for WSP’s Water Business Group. With major long‑term programs underway nationally and major pursuits on Victoria, we’re creating space for an Associate or Principal Structural Engineer with strong experience in designing water‑retaining structures to join our Water Utilities team. This is your opportunity to influence high‑impact projects that strengthen Australia’s water systems and build more resilient communities.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll lead or support the structural engineering scope across multidisciplinary water infrastructure projects of varying size and complexity. Your technical expertise will guide the planning, design and delivery of innovative, practical and durable structural solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural design for pipelines, sewer networks, pump stations and water‑retaining structures.
• Provide structural input for proposals and support business development.
• Drive integration of Digital Engineering and BIM‑based coordination.
• Undertake condition assessments, reviews and design verifications.
• Apply Safety‑in‑Design principles and maintain compliance with OHS&E and quality requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and graduates, strengthening capability within the team.

About You

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and 10+ years of structural engineering experience, including 5+ years in the water sector. RPV / RPEQ registration; Chartered status. Strong background in reinforced concrete, structural steel and water‑retaining structures aligned to Australian Standards. Confident managing projects from concept through detailed design. Excellent communicator with strong client engagement and technical reporting skills. Demonstrated commitment to safety, environmental responsibility and quality.

Why WSP?

At WSP, you’ll join a team that supports your growth and values your ideas. Enjoy competitive pay, an inclusive culture, and career pathways designed around you. With flexible work options, up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, extra purchased leave, and opportunities across Australia and globally, we’re committed to helping you thrive while doing work that makes a real impact. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success.

To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page. With us, you can. Apply today.