Structural Engineer

NDY; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Brisbane is seeking a motivated Structural Engineer to join their team. This hybrid role requires an engineer with 3–5 years’ experience, capable of delivering projects autonomously. Responsibilities include structural design and analysis, client liaison, and providing guidance to junior staff. The position offers exposure to high-profile projects and a collaborative culture focused on leadership development. Competitive benefits include 5 weeks annual leave, and the company promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in structural engineering design and project delivery.
• Ability to clearly explain and visually represent technical information.
• Progression toward chartered status (CPEng, NER, RPEQ or equivalent) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural design and analysis across a range of materials.
• Contribute to the engineering delivery of small to medium projects.
• Liaise confidently with internal teams, clients, architects, and contractors.
• Provide guidance and on‑the‑job support to graduates and junior staff.

Skills

Structural modelling and analysis software

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Tools

SpaceGass

ETABS

RAPT

Strand7

Job description

Overview

• Exposure to varied high‑profile projects & clients across building services
• Role based in our Brisbane office Role based in our Brisbane office in a hybrid work environment
• Collaborative culture with opportunities for leadership development and working across global projects.
• 5 weeks annual leave

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Structural Engineer with to join our Brisbane team. This role is ideal for an engineer who is confident delivering projects with a level of autonomy, can lead small projects, and is competent in structural design, analysis, and documentation.

You will contribute to the successful delivery of building projects across all phases; from concept design through to construction—working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

• Undertake structural design and analysis across a range of materials, including steel, concrete, timber, and masonry, and prepare accurate design reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Contribute to the engineering delivery of small to medium projects, ensuring effective coordination across disciplines and the application of relevant Australian Standards, NCC requirements, and project delivery methodologies.
• Plan and manage your workload to meet project deadlines and quality expectations, while assisting with fee proposals and project planning activities.
• Liaise confidently with internal teams, clients, architects, and contractors, building strong relationships through clear communication and responsive service.
• Attend project and site meetings as required, representing NDY with professionalism.
• Provide guidance and on‑the‑job support to graduates and junior staff, participate in technical development initiatives within the structural discipline, and seek continuous improvement opportunities within project delivery processes.

About You

• 3–5 years’ experience in structural engineering design and project delivery.
• Strong skills in structural modelling and analysis software (e.g., SpaceGass, ETABS, RAPT, Strand7 or similar).
• Well,‑developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain and visually represent technical information.
• Ability to apply well‑developed problem‑solving skills and exercise substantial initiative and judgement to work independently and meet objectives.
• Progression toward chartered status (CPEng, NER, RPEQ or equivalent) is desirable.

About NDY

NDY, A Tetra Tech Company, is a leading firm of consulting engineers with a global presence. We work collaboratively with clients and design professionals on iconic projects in diverse and challenging fields. Our people are the key to our success and that’s why we present you with challenging career opportunities on a range of exciting projects.

We recognise, value and support talent, so you’ll be inspired to create ideas, share solutions and deliver meaningful outcomes that will make a real difference to our clients and our communities.

We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that is representative of the communities we serve, where everyone is respected and feels like they belong.

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