Underground Structures Engineer - Civil/Geotech

Aurecon; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Aurecon in Newcastle NSW is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer for Underground Structures with about 5–7 years of experience. You’ll work on the design of underground structures, including cut-and-cover tunnels and retaining works, across a supportive team in a consultancy setting.

With a focus on both structural and geotechnical engineering, you’ll collaborate with clients and internal teams, and contribute to high‑quality outcomes while meeting standards and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Relevant 5–7 years of experience in underground civil/structural design.
• Experience in retaining structures, deep shafts, cut-and-cover tunnels.
• Familiar with Australian Standards, TfNSW specifications and analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design and documentation of underground/civil structures such as tunnels and shafts.
• Work with clients in consultancy settings and with internal teams.
• Develop skills across structural and geotechnical disciplines.

Skills

Underground structures design

Geotechnical design

Consultancy experience

Australian citizenship

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Australian Standards knowledge

TfNSW specifications

Structural/geotechnical analysis software

Job description

Aurecon in Newcastle NSW is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer for Underground Structures with about 5–7 years of experience. You’ll work on the design of underground structures, including cut-and-cover tunnels and retaining works, across a supportive team in a consultancy setting.

With a focus on both structural and geotechnical engineering, you’ll collaborate with clients and internal teams, and contribute to high‑quality outcomes while meeting standards and safety requirements.