Structural Engineer (Bridges, Structures & Ports)

AECOM; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Sydney, Australia is seeking a Professional Engineer specializing in bridges, structures and port infrastructure to join our dynamic engineering team. You will contribute to the design, analysis, and delivery of complex structural projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet client requirements and regulatory standards.

This role offers hands-on project experience, opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure with innovative software, and a supportive

Qualifications

• Professional engineer with bridge and/or port infrastructure experience.
• Knowledge of Australian standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to prepare technical documentation and present findings.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze bridge structures, including preliminary design and construction docs.
• Develop structural solutions for port and maritime projects.
• Perform finite element analysis and structural modeling.
• Prepare engineering reports, calculations and specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate structural requirements.
• Ensure designs meet Australian Standards and environmental regulations.

Skills

Bridge design

Port infrastructure

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Professional engineering license or eligibility for registration with Engineers Australia

Tools

MIDAS

SAP2000

Strand 7

Job description

• Full-time
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AU - Sydney, NSW

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

We are seeking a Professional Engineerspecializing in Bridges, Structures, Ports, defence to join our dynamic engineering team in Sydney, Australia. In this role, you will contribute to the design, analysis, and delivery of complex structural projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions that meet engineering standards and client requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while working on impactful projects in a supportive and collaborative environment.Designand analyze bridge structures, including preliminary design, detailed engineering, and construction documentation using industry-standard software and methodologies

• Design and analyze bridge structures, including preliminary design, detailed engineering, and construction documentation using industry-standard software and methodologies.
• Developstructural solutions for port and maritime infrastructure projects, such as wharves, breakwaters, jetties, and marine facilities.
• Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) and structural modeling to evaluate design performance and ensure compliance with Australian building codes and standards.
• Prepare comprehensive engineeringreports, calculations, and technical specifications for stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate with architects, project managers, and other engineering disciplines to integrate structural requirements into overall project delivery.
• Maintain quality standards and safety protocols.
• Perform site inspections and assessments to evaluate existing structures and identifydesign constraints.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering processes and practices by contributing innovative ideas and solutions.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant Australian Standards, building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations to clients, contractors, and internal teams in a clear and professional manner.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in structural engineering, with demonstrated expertise in bridge design and/or port infrastructure projects
• Strong proficiency with structural analysis and design software including MIDAS, SAP2000, Strand 7 or equivalent programs
• In-depth knowledge of Australian standards, and regulatory requirements for structural design
• Solid understanding of bridge engineering principles, including load analysis, material selection, and construction methodologies
• Experience with port and maritime infrastructure design, including marine environmental considerations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical documentation and present findings to diverse audiences
• Professional engineering license or eligibility for registration with Engineers Australia is preferred
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects in the Australian market

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the landson which we, our clients and our communities live and workaround Australia.We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here:https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options.Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry‑leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.