Structural Engineer, Buildings

Aurecon; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our Buildings team in Brisbane. You will contribute to a diverse portfolio across aviation, sports and stadia, transport infrastructure, tertiary, health, and defence with our pipeline of opportunities.

The role emphasizes practical design and client-facing delivery. You'll lead packages, collaborate with architects and multidisciplinary teams, and advance technical excellence while embracing future-focused technology and ways of working within a

Qualifications

• Relevant civil or structural engineering qualification, with building-structures experience.
• Approximately five years of relevant experience (flexible).
• Ability to develop practical structural solutions and perform engineering analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop practical structural designs and perform engineering analysis for building projects.
• Lead work packages, coordinating inputs, priorities and delivery.
• Interact with clients and provide clear, high-quality advice during delivery.
• Collaborate with architects, builders and multidisciplinary teams on integrated solutions.
• Contribute to technical excellence and advance technology and ways of working.

Skills

Structural engineering

Engineering analysis

Client communication

Leadership

Education

Civil or structural engineering qualification

Job description

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you'll do

As a Structural Engineer in our Buildings team based in Brisbane, you'll contribute to a diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary projects across aviation, sports and stadia, transport infrastructure, tertiary, health and defence as well as our established pipeline of BNE32 projects and Olympics-related opportunities.

• Develop practical structural solutions and undertake engineering analysis and design for building projects
• Lead packages of work, coordinating technical inputs, priorities and delivery
• Work directly with clients and provide clear, high-quality advice throughout project delivery
• Collaborate with architects, builders and multidisciplinary teams across Aurecon to explore integrated solutions with our partners and clients on projects that support the future of the Built Environment.
• Contribute to technical excellence and have a future focused approach to technology and ways of working.

What you'll bring

• A relevant civil or structural engineering qualification and structural engineering experience, ideally in building structures
• Around five years' relevant experience as a guide, while welcoming candidates slightly either side
• The ability to develop practical structural solutions and work confidently through engineering analysis
• Strong client communication, collaboration, leadership, organisation and time-management skills

We believe our strength comes from the diverse experiences, perspectives and skills of our people. We seek individuals who have drawn on a wide range of career experiences and can demonstrate their ability to work collaboratively to bring ideas to life.

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You'll gain exposure to complex, large-scale projects across sectors and geographies, including future sports and stadia opportunities, with pathways into project leadership, people leadership or technical specialisation. Chartered status is not essential, and if you are working towards chartership, our team can support your development journey. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here - to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready for your next adventure?

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We're most interested in your individual thinking and experiences-so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.