Senior 12D Design Engineer

ACCIONA Energía; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Extra annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer in Australia to lead complex projects, including defence infrastructure, providing engineering direction and senior technical authority. You will review designs, ensure constructability, manage risk, and assure safety and quality across the program.

You will mentor engineers, reinforce discipline standards, support tender inputs, and engage with clients and regulators while upholding Australian standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent) required.
• CPEng with Engineers Australia strongly preferred; professional registration demonstrates senior capability.
• RPEQ/RPEV or equivalent registration or willingness to obtain is desirable.
• Extensive experience delivering structural engineering services within regulated environments.
• Strong background in complex buildings and/or defence infrastructure projects.
• In‑depth knowledge of Australian Standards, construction compliance and assurance processes.
• Proven ability to exercise authoritative engineering judgement in high‑risk situations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with confidence engaging senior clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior structural engineering leadership across complex buildings and defence infrastructure projects.
• Act as a senior structural authority on design intent, constructability, sequencing and risk.
• Review and approve structural designs, shop drawings, construction methodologies, ITPs and temporary works.
• Resolve complex structural and constructability issues arising during construction.
• Ensure structural works are delivered in line with programme, budget, quality and safety requirements.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Contribute to discipline standards and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Structural engineering

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) with Engineers Australia

RPEQ/RPEV or equivalent registration

Job description

Principal Structural Engineer

As a Principal Structural Engineer at KBR, you will play a key leadership role, providing technical excellence and engineering direction on complex, high‑profile projects that contribute to Australia's future capability.

• Provide senior structural engineering leadership across complex buildings and defence infrastructure projects
• Act as a senior structural authority, advising on design intent, constructability, sequencing and risk
• Review and approve structural designs, shop drawings, construction methodologies, ITPs and temporary works
• Resolve complex structural and constructability issues arising during construction
• Ensure structural works are delivered in line with programme, budget, quality and safety requirements
• Work closely with construction teams, contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Champion safety leadership and ensure compliance with WHS, Defence site and regulatory requirements
• Represent KBR in client, contractor and regulator meetings
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to engineers, reviewing outputs and supporting development
• Contribute to discipline standards, technical assurance frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support tenders, proposals and client engagements with senior technical input

Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) with Engineers Australia
• RPEQ, RPEV or equivalent registration, or willingness to obtain if required
• Extensive experience delivering structural engineering services within regulated environments
• Strong background in complex buildings and/or defence infrastructure projects
• In‑depth knowledge of Australian Standards, construction compliance and assurance processes
• Proven ability to exercise authoritative engineering judgement in complex, high‑risk situations
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with confidence engaging senior clients and stakeholders
• A collaborative mindset with sound commercial awareness.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, full‑time, part‑time, job‑sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

Eligibility

The ability to meet AUKUS Clearance requirements is essential.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements that promote balance and wellbeing, and we offer ongoing professional development pathways, including support toward Chartered status.
• Employee benefits including additional purchased leave, novated leasing and discounted health insurance.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• A strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion and team culture.
• Ongoing professional development and pathways for leadership or technical specialisation.

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office

Contact

Only candidates who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or hold full Australian working rights will be considered.