Senior Structural Engineer

HDR; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead bridge and transport structure design projects. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you will mentor junior engineers and manage projects across Australia. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, at least 7 years of experience, and be a registered professional engineer in Victoria. If you're passionate about technical excellence and career growth, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Typically, a minimum of 7 years’ professional experience in structural engineering, focusing on bridges.
• Chartered member of Engineers Australia and Registered Professional Engineer Victoria (RPEV).
• Self-motivated with a growth mindset and passion for continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of bridge and transport structure projects.
• Develop design solutions, prepare drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Structural analysis

Bridge design

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

Midas Civil

SpaceGass

Strand 7

Excel

Job description

About Us

At HDR, we specialise in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.

HDR supports an inclusive and diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians and people of culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realisations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Senior Structural Engineer

Be part of HDR’s growing Transport Structures team in Melbourne, delivering bridge and transport structure design across Australia with opportunities to contribute to projects overseas. We are looking for a Senior Structural Engineer who is chartered and registered as a Professional Engineer in Victoria (RPEV) and is ready to lead technical delivery on a diverse range of challenging projects.

The Role

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will apply your strong knowledge of structural analysis and bridge design to deliver for our clients. This hands-on role will see you design complex bridges and transport structures with limited supervision, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams.

You will be responsible for structural design, inspections, technical reports, and proposal preparation; all in pursuit of strategically growing HDR’s Victorian business and expanding your own career through challenging and exciting projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of bridge and transport structure projects, applying both standard and advanced engineering techniques
• Develop design solutions, prepare drawings, calculations, and specifications for a variety of structural forms including reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, and steel
• Perform structural planning, analysis, and design for transport infrastructure projects
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and contractors to ensure project success
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers, fostering their technical growth
• Manage mid-size projects
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives within HDR’s Bridges and Structures Business Class
• Drive safety and quality leadership aligned with HDR’s “Drive to Zero” initiative
• Representing HDR at industry technical seminars and promoting a positive, inclusive culture aligned with HDR values

About You

• Typically, a minimum of 7 years’ professional experience in structural engineering, focusing on bridges
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline
• Chartered member of Engineers Australia and Registered Professional Engineer Victoria (RPEV)
• Experience in project management, including commercial, administrative, and technical aspects (highly regarded). Proven ability to successfully lead small project teams
• Proficient in structural analysis and design software such as Midas Civil, SpaceGass, Strand 7, SBD, Excel, and an interest in parametric modelling
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and drive innovation in design and delivery
• Self-motivated with a growth mindset and passion for continuous learning
• Commitment to active participation in HDR’s employee-owned culture

Why Join Us?

At HDR, we believe in making great things possible through collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. You’ll join a growing Victorian team that supports career growth and technical excellence while working on a wide variety of transport infrastructure projects across Australia and internationally.

If you’re ready to develop your career with purpose and make your mark on the future of our communities we want to hear from you.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects
• Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
• Project management skills desirable
• Strong communication skills and willing to work in a team environment
• Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Our Commitment
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

HDR supports an inclusive and diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer.