Structural Engineer (5+ Years' Experience)

Soto Consulting Engineers; Wollongong City Council; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

SOTO Group in Unanderra, NSW is seeking a structural design engineer with 5+ years in industrial settings to deliver practical, safe, and efficient designs. The role emphasizes practical engineering judgement, attention to detail, and a collaborative culture that values hands-on problem solving.

The position is office-based, full-time, with opportunities for career growth and professional development. You will work in a fast-paced office environment, using SpaceGass, IDEA StatiCa, AutoCAD and

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified structural engineer with 5+ years in industrial or heavy-industry design.
• Strong skills in structural analysis, steel and concrete design, and audits.
• Proficiency with SpaceGass, Strand7, Inducta, IDEA StatiCa or equivalent.

Responsabilités

• Develop practical, detailed designs for steel and reinforced concrete structures.
• Review designs for compliance with Australian Standards and project specs.
• Interpret drawings and specifications to define inputs and deliverables.
• Collaborate with clients and multi-discipline teams to deliver timely outcomes.
• Produce documentation using AutoCAD, Advance Steel, Inventor and other tools.
• Support site visits and structural audits as required.

Connaissances

Structural analysis

Steel design

Concrete design

Isometric drawings interpretation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Australian)

Professional membership of Engineers Australia (MIE Aust) preferred

Outils

SpaceGass

Strand7

Inducta

IDEA StatiCa

RAM Connections

AutoCAD

Advance Steel

Inventor

Description du poste

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.