Structural Engineer - Buildings

Stantec Talenthub; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Additional leave options

Learning and development programs

Mentoring and career growth

Friendly team environment

Professional memberships

Salary Continuance Insurance

Wellbeing programs

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join the New South Wales Buildings Team in Sydney. You will support Senior and Project Engineers on building projects across health, education, defence and commercial sectors, contributing to design delivery and technical reviews.

You’ll work in a collaborative environment with flexible arrangements and opportunities for professional growth within a global consultancy. A strong focus on quality and client outcomes guides everyday work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering required.
• 4–8 years experience in an engineering consultancy focused on buildings.
• Proficient with SpaceGass, RAM, ETABS or similar.
• Strong knowledge of building stability analysis and detailing.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support Senior and Project Engineers in delivering building projects.
• Develop analytical models and compile structural calculation packages.
• Oversee and review technical documentation for accuracy and progress.
• Collaborate with internal teams, architects and clients to resolve queries.
• Contribute to proposals, change orders and project scope discussions.
• Deliver work in line with professional standards and quality procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Prioritisation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

SpaceGass

RAM

ETABS

Job description

Are you an experienced Structural Engineer ready for the next step in your career? With a strong pipeline of project work, we’re looking for a motivated engineer to join our New South Wales Buildings Team in Sydney.

You’ll be part of a well-established and growing team of social and professional engineers, delivering impactful projects across sectors such as health, education, sports and leisure, defence, retail, and commercial buildings .

At Stantec, we offer a collaborative culture, flexible work arrangements and a supportive environment focused on your growth. You’ll have access to tailored training, development programs, and long-term career opportunities within a global business.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• · Assist and support Senior and Project Engineers in the technical delivery of building projects, ensuring smooth day-to-day progress.
• · Develop analytical models and prepare well-documented, self-reviewed structural calculation packages across various project phases.
• · Oversee and review evolving documentation for technical accuracy, while keeping Project Engineers informed of design progress.
• · Liaise with internal design teams, external architects, and clients to resolve technical queries and ensure coordinated outcomes.
• · Contribute to project proposals, change orders, and support scope, budget, and scheduling discussions as needed.
• · Deliver work aligned with professional standards, Stantec’s quality procedures, and contribute positively to team culture and continuous improvement.

To be successful for this role you'll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering
• 4-8 years previous experience working in an engineering consultancy environment working on buildings projects. Projects within the Education, Health and Defence sectors would be advantageous however not compulsory
• Structural software knowledge of SpaceGass, RAM, ETABS or similar design programs
• Knowledge of building stability analysis and corresponding detailing
• Knowledge and capability across post tensioned and reinforced concrete, steel, masonry and timber design fields
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines
• Problem solving mindset with strong interpersonal skills

What we offer

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI+, neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.