Senior Maritime/ Structural Engineer

MLEI Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional memberships

Development opportunities

Job summary

MLEI Group is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Brisbane to own projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support. The role emphasizes leadership within a collaborative, technically strong team in Australia.

The successful candidate will deliver designs, verifications, calculations, and reports, lead project delivery, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring client satisfaction and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering is required.
• 8+ years local maritime/marine/structural design experience.
• RPEQ and a CPEng are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in design software SpaceGass, Optimoor and Strand7.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and NCC requirements.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to develop project scope of works and proposals.
• Demonstrated experience leading project teams.

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

Maritime structural design

Leadership

Project delivery

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering

RPEQ

CPEng desirable

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.

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.

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

What we offer

At MLEI, we’re building a business where ambitious people can do meaningful work, develop their expertise and create 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 teams, 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.