Structural Engineer

Arup; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Arup on the Gold Coast is seeking a motivated Structural Engineer to contribute to design and project delivery, developing technical judgement, client relationships and multidisciplinary coordination. You will work on local and regional projects with colleagues across Queensland and other Australian offices.

The role involves design calculations, BIM coordination, and liaison with clients, with opportunities for site supervision and delivery across Queensland and Australia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering qualification recognised under the Washington Accord.
• At least four years of relevant structural engineering experience on building projects and progress towards RPEQ.
• Strong structural design ability and familiarity with Australian codes and practices.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural design calculations and prepare structural solutions for a range of building projects.
• Prepare and review drawings, produce Revit models, and participate in BIM coordination.
• Coordinate with engineers from other disciplines and contribute to project administration and reports.
• Liaise with clients and other professionals with minimal supervision, building trusted relationships.
• Undertake site supervision when required and support projects delivered by regional teams.

Skills

Structural design

Client coordination

Team collaboration

Code compliance

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Washington Accord)

Progress towards RPEQ

Tools

Revit

Rhino/Grasshopper

Job description

Joining Arup

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Join our growing Gold Coast team and be part of an extraordinary collective where diverse perspectives, shared ambition and collaboration drive remarkable outcomes. Working alongside some of the industry's brightest minds, you will contribute to transformative projects that strengthen communities, shape more sustainable places and improve lives. Backed by Arup's global network and the power of Total Design, you will have the opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, tackle complex challenges and make an impact locally, nationally and internationally, all while enjoying the unique lifestyle the Gold Coast has to offer.

The Opportunity

As a Structural Engineer, you will take a hands-on role in design and project delivery while developing your technical judgement, client relationships and multidisciplinary coordination skills. You will contribute to local work and participate in larger projects with colleagues across Queensland and other Australian offices.

• Undertake structural design calculations and prepare structural solutions for a range of building projects, including the assessment and strengthening of existing buildings.
• Prepare and review drawings, work with structural technicians to produce Revit models, and participate in BIM coordination to support project execution plans.
• Coordinate with engineers from other disciplines and contribute to project administration, correspondence and technical reports.
• Liaise directly with clients and other professionals with minimal supervision, building trusted working relationships through clear communication and reliable delivery.
• Undertake site supervision when required and support projects delivered by regional teams across Queensland and Australia.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We Are Looking For a Motivated Structural Engineer Who Combines Sound Technical Capability With a Collaborative, Organised And Client-focused Approach. You Will Bring

A Bachelor of Engineering qualification recognised under the Washington Accord, with at least four years of relevant structural engineering experience on building projects and progress towards RPEQ.

Strong structural design ability and familiarity with Australian codes and practices, contract administration and submission procedures.

Experience preparing calculations and coordinating drawings and models; experience with Rhino/Grasshopper, Revit or programming is advantageous but not essential.

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, plan effectively, manage competing priorities and meet project budgets and deadlines.

Clear communication, teamwork and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to professional development and sharing knowledge with others.

What We Offer

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Based in the beautiful Gold Coast, the Gold Coast team supports projects throughout Southeast Queensland and northern NSW while drawing on expertise from Arup's wider national and global network. The office underwent a fit-out in 2022 to create bright open-plan agile work areas, collaboration zones and modern breakout and social spaces reflecting our focus on collaboration, flexibility and sustainability. Located in Bundall, the design elements are inspired by the Gold Coast's coastal and hinterland landscapes, and the office is well located to cafes, restaurants, transport hubs and stunning views of the Nerang River.

Different people, shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

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