Senior Structural Engineer: Lead Projects & Mentorship

Mlei Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MLEI is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for our Adelaide Office to lead projects from concept through detailed design and construction support. You will mentor junior engineers and build strong client relationships, delivering safe, compliant, and cost-efficient outcomes.

You will bring 6–10 years of local structural design experience, proficiency in ETABS, SpaceGass and RAM, and a solid understanding of Australian Standards and NCC requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (minimum).
• Professional Engineer registration (NER); Chartered status or RPEQ highly regarded, or working towards.
• 6-10 years' local structural design experience within the building sector.
• Proficiency in ETABS, SpaceGass and RAM (Revit/BIM coordination experience well regarded).
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and NCC requirements.
• Demonstrated experience leading project teams.
• Strong understanding of lateral stability design of large buildings, including earthquake requirements and wind loading.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to develop project scope of works and proposals.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship

Project management

Communication

Australian Standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer registration (NER)

Chartered status or RPEQ

Tools

ETABS

SpaceGass

RAM

Revit/BIM coordination

Job description

MLEI is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for our Adelaide Office to lead projects from concept through detailed design and construction support. You will mentor junior engineers and build strong client relationships, delivering safe, compliant, and cost-efficient outcomes.

You will bring 6–10 years of local structural design experience, proficiency in ETABS, SpaceGass and RAM, and a solid understanding of Australian Standards and NCC requirements.