Senior Structural Engineer

Inhouse Engineers Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career pathway to Principal /Associate

CPD and ongoing professional developp

Autonomy and ownership of your own

Strong values and culture

Job summary

Inhouse Consulting Engineers, based in Norwest, NSW, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects across residential, civil, and commercial sectors. You will mentor junior staff and drive quality outcomes while collaborating with insurers, strata managers and NCAT for forensic and remedial investigations.

The role offers autonomy, leadership responsibilities and a professional environment, with a focus on applying high standards, engaging with clients and delivering robust structural

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status is required or would be pursued.
• Minimum 12+ years' experience in a consulting environment locally.
• Proficient with concrete, steel and timber design to Australian Standards.
• Experience with SpaceGass, RAPT or similar software preferred.
• Strong report writing and forensic investigation skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design for low to mid-rise residential, commercial and industrial developments.
• Investigate and report on structural issues for insurers, strata managers and NCAT.
• Design civil structures including retaining walls, culverts and drainage pits.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide technical development.

Skills

Leadership

Forensic reporting

Structural design

Communication

Report writing

Project leadership

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)

Tools

SpaceGass

RAPT

Job description

Inhouse Consulting Engineers is growing — and we're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer ready to step into a role where they'll lead projects, mentor junior staff, and drive quality outcomes across residential and civil structures and forensic and remedial engineering.

Based in Norwest, this full-time position is ideal for an experienced engineer looking for autonomy, leadership and technical challenge in a supportive and professional environment.

Take the next step in 2027!

Inhouse Consulting Engineers is growing — and we're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer ready to step into a role where they'll lead projects, mentor junior staff, and drive quality outcomes across residential and civil structures and forensic and remedial engineering.

Based in Norwest, this full-time position is ideal for an experienced engineer looking for autonomy, leadership and technical challenge in a supportive and professional environment.

Your Role

• Lead structural design for low to mid-rise residential, commercial and industrial developments

• Investigate and report on structural issues for insurers, strata managers and NCAT

• Design civil structures including retaining walls, culverts and drainage pits

• Mentor junior engineers, guiding their technical development

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status

• 12 + years' experience in a consulting environment locally

• Proficient in concrete, steel and timber design to Australian Standards

• Experience with software such as SpaceGass, RAPT, or similar preferred

• Skilled in writing clear, concise forensic or technical reports

• Strong communication and leadership skills

• Must hold Australian permanent residency status

What We Offer

• Career pathway to Principal / Associate

• CPD and ongoing professional development support

• Autonomy and ownership of your own projects

• A supportive, close-knit team with strong values and culture

Join us and be part of an experienced team dedicated to delivering exceptional engineering solutions.

About us

For nearly 40 years, Inhouse Consulting Engineers has delivered expert structural design and forensic investigations across residential, civil, and commercial sectors. We work with Australia's top developers, strata managers, and insurers — known for our technical excellence, integrity, and robust solutions.

Ready to build something solid — for your career and the built environment?