Senior Structural Engineer

MLEI Group; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MLEI Group on the Gold Coast is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support. You will build strong client relationships and guide junior engineers within a collaborative, technically strong team.

You will drive technical excellence, contribute to innovation, and support business development with fee proposals and a growing project pipeline across Australia.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 8+ years’ local structural design experience within the building sector.
• Professional Engineering registration / Chartered status highly desirable.
• Proficiency in design and analysis software including Inducta Suite (RCB, SLB, PTD), ETABS, RAPT, SpaceGass, RAM.

Responsibilities

• Lead project lifecycles from concept through to detailed design and construction support, ensuring safe, cost-effective outcomes.
• Manage, maintain and grow trusted relationships with clients and project partners.
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within the team.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers.
• Drive business development, fee proposals and project pipeline growth.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Team mentoring

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Inducta Suite (RCB, SLB, PTD)

ETABS

RAPT

SpaceGass

RAM

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:

• Lead project lifecycles from concept through to detailed design and construction support, ensuring outcomes are safe, cost-effective, and compliant
• Manage, maintain and grow trusted relationships with clients and project partners
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within the team
• Mentor and guide junior engineers
• Drive business development, fee proposals and project pipeline growth

Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will provide professional expertise, practical solutions and trusted support that helps our teams achieve outstanding outcomes. There's a genuine path to take on greater project and people leadership as our Queensland team continues to grow.

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 highly experienced engineer, proficient in major projects delivering high-quality engineering outcomes, along building client relationships and team development.

What You Bring

To contribute confidently in this role, you will bring

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineering registration / Chartered status highly desirable
• 8+ years’ local structural design experience within the building sector
• Proven track record in project delivery and client-facing roles
• Proficiency in design and analysis software including Inducta Suite (RCB, SLB, PTD), ETABS, RAPT, SpaceGass, RAM
• 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
• Strong understanding of lateral stability design of large buildings, including earthquake requirements and wind loading

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