Senior Bridges & Transport Structures Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR Brisbane is seeking a Structural Engineer or Senior Structural Engineer with a focus on bridges and transport structures. You'll design and deliver structural packages, mentor graduates, and contribute to HDR's innovative, inclusive culture in a global, employee-owned organisation.

You'll work with multidisciplinary teams across the project lifecycle, from analysis and design to inspections and construction support, taking increasing responsibility as you grow with the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Typically, 5-10 years' experience in structural engineering, with a focus on bridges and transport structures.
• RPEQ registration, or the ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Experience delivering bridge projects for TMR would be highly regarded.
• Experience working on transport infrastructure projects as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Sound knowledge of structural analysis and design software such as Midas Civil, SpaceGass, Strand7, SBD, and Excel.
• Interest in digital engineering and parametric modelling approaches.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership of technical deliverables and exercise sound engineering judgement.
• A willingness and ability to mentor, train and support graduate and less experienced engineers.
• A genuine commitment to contributing to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Undertake engineering analysis and design for bridges and transport structures.
• Develop structural designs, calculations, drawings and specifications.
• Contribute to the design of reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete and steel structures.
• Take responsibility for technical tasks and design packages commensurate with your experience.
• Work with multidisciplinary project teams, clients and contractors to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Prepare and review technical documentation and reports in line with your level of experience.
• Participate in bridge inspections, condition assessments and occasional site visits.
• Mentor, train and provide technical guidance to graduate and less experienced engineers, supporting their continued development.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of HDR's Bridges and Structures team.
• Contribute to safety, quality and innovation initiatives, including HDR's Drive to Zero commitment.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture aligned with HDR's values.

Skills

Bridge & transport structures

Independent worker

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

RPEQ registration

Tools

Midas Civil

SpaceGass

Strand7

SBD

Excel

Job description

HDR Brisbane is seeking a Structural Engineer or Senior Structural Engineer with a focus on bridges and transport structures. You'll design and deliver structural packages, mentor graduates, and contribute to HDR's innovative, inclusive culture in a global, employee-owned organisation.

You'll work with multidisciplinary teams across the project lifecycle, from analysis and design to inspections and construction support, taking increasing responsibility as you grow with the role.