Structural Engineer (5+ Years’ Experience)

Soto Group; Unanderra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

Location: Unanderra, NSW, Full-time, Office-based (not suitable for remote work)

Join SOTO – An established Australian engineering consultancy solving complex industrial challenges.

Are you a degree-qualified engineer ready to take your structural design career to the next level?

At SOTO Group, we’re not just drafting plans — we’re delivering smart, practical solutions to some of Australia’s most complex industrial problems. We are seeking a highly capable and driven Structural Design Engineer to join our collaborative team in Unanderra, NSW

This is a full-time, office-based role ideal for an engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment where attention to detail and a practical mindset are highly valued.

About You

You’re a degree-qualified structural engineer who can turn complex problems into practical, safe, and efficient designs. With 5+ years’ experience in industrial or heavy-industry environments, you’ve developed strong skills in structural analysis, steel and concrete design, and structural assessments, along with a collaborative approach to project delivery. You're ready to take ownership of challenging projects where your technical judgement truly matters.

What You’ll Bring

• 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an Australian University
• Professional membership of Engineers Australia (MIE Aust) preferred
• Minimum 5+ years’ post-graduate experience in structural design, ideally within industrial, mining, or heavy-industry projects.
• Proficiency in structural design and analysis tools such as SpaceGass, Strand7, Inducta, IDEA StatiCa, or equivalent.
• Ability to interpret isometric drawings, detailed design documentation, and general arrangements.
• Strong understanding of relevant Australian Standards and the National Construction Code.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience conducting site inspections or structural audits.

What You’ll be doing

• Develop practical, detailed designs for steel, reinforced concrete, and other structural systems across industrial and commercial projects.
• Review and verify designs to ensure compliance with Australian Standards and project requirements.
• Interpret drawings, scopes, and specifications to define key design inputs and deliverables.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, designers, and other disciplines to deliver high-quality, timely outcomes.
• Use software such as SpaceGass, IDEA StatiCa, Tedds, RAM Connections, Inducta, AutoCAD, Advance Steel, and Inventor to produce accurate and professional documentation.
• Support projects through occasional site visits, inspections, and structural audits as required.

What’s in it for You

• A career with a respected, independent engineering consultancy.
• The opportunity to work across diverse sectors including mining, energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
• A dynamic, team-focused environment with true technical depth and capability.
• Access to cutting-edge software and support from multi-disciplinary engineers.
• Career progression and development pathways as part of SOTO’s long-term strategic growth

At SOTO, we value engineering curiosity, precision, and a can-do approach. You’ll work with a highly experienced team delivering practical, real-world solutions to complex challenges — right here in Unanderra.