Senior Maritime Structural Engineer

MLEI Group; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MLEI Group seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to own projects from concept through detailed design and construction support, building a leadership profile within a collaborative, technically strong team.

This role requires delivering designs, verifications, calculations and reports, leading projects, and mentoring junior engineers while aligning with Australian Standards and NCC requirements in a national consultancy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering required.
• RPEQ and CPEng desirable.
• 8+ years local maritime / marine / structural design experience.
• Proven track record in project delivery and client-facing roles.
• Proficiency in design and analysis software including SpaceGass, Optimoor, Strand7.
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and NCC requirements.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering designs, design verifications, calculations, technical reports and specifications for projects.
• Assist with preparation of tenders and proposals.
• Lead and manage projects to a very high standard ensuring client expectations and project deliverables are achieved.
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within the team.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers.

Skills

Project delivery

Client-facing

Leadership

Mentoring

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering

RPEQ

CPEng

Tools

SpaceGass

Optimoor

Strand7

Job description

At MLEI, we believe the strength behind every outcome is the decisions behind it.

The best careers are built the same way. Through meaningful work, strong mentorship and the opportunity to contribute to projects that leave a lasting impact.

As a growing national consultancy, we are looking for motivated professionals who want to challenge themselves, develop their expertise and help shape how we work.

The Role

About the role

We're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to take ownership of projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support, while building a leadership profile within a collaborative, technically strong team.

This position is responsible for:

• Deliver engineering designs, design verifications, calculations, technical reports and specifications for projects
• Assist with preparation of tenders and proposals
• Lead and manage projects to a very high standard ensuring client expectations and project deliverables are achieved
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within the team
• Mentor and guide junior engineers

Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will provide professional expertise, practical solutions and trusted support that helps our teams achieve outstanding outcomes.

What We Offer

At MLEI, we are building a business where ambitious people can do meaningful work, developing their expertise and creating lasting impact. We offer opportunities to

• Contribute to diverse and rewarding projects across Australia and the region
• Work alongside experienced professionals and respected industry leaders
• Build technical, professional and leadership capability
• Access professional memberships and development opportunities
• Grow your career within a collaborative national business
• Develop meaningful client and industry relationships
• Explore new opportunities across disciplines, projects and locations
• Help shape the future of a growing consultancy with a clear vision for what is next

How we work

The quality of our work is shaped by the way we work together.

We back our people with trust, support and clear expectations. We take ownership of our decisions, communicate openly and work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and communities.

We value technical excellence, but we also value humility. Knowledge is shared, ideas are challenged respectfully and success is recognised as a team effort. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to building an environment where capable people can do meaningful work, develop their expertise and contribute with confidence.

About you

You are a technically proficient and relationship‑driven engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high‑quality engineering outcomes.

What You Bring

To contribute confidently in this role, you will bring

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) and a Certified Practicing Engineer (CPEng) highly desirable
• 8+ years’ local maritime / marine / structural design experience
• Proven track record in project delivery and client‑facing roles
• Proficiency in design and analysis software including SpaceGass, Optimoor, Strand7
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and NCC requirements
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to develop project scope of works and proposals
• Demonstrated experience leading project teams

Gold Coast

Level 1, 155 Varsity ParadeVarsity Lakes QLD 4227

Melbourne

Newcastle

Suite 21, 235 Darby StCooks Hill NSW 2300

Darwin

Suite 2A, Level 1/82 Smith StDarwin NT 0800