Civil Engineer - Foundations

APD Global; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

APD Global in Milan is seeking an experienced Civil or Structural Engineer to join our international team. You will design foundations for transmission line structures and collaborate with Australian and New Zealand engineers on major energy infrastructure projects from Milan.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Civil or Structural Engineering and at least five years of design experience, with strong knowledge of geotechnical reports, soil-structure interaction and pile design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in civil or structural engineering design.
• Experience with Australian or New Zealand standards.
• Strong ability to interpret geotechnical investigation reports and apply soil-structure interaction principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foundation designs and engineering calculations for transmission line structures.
• Interpret geotechnical reports and undertake foundation assessments.
• Prepare technical reports, design documents, drawings and specifications.
• Undertake engineering analysis in accordance with Australian, New Zealand and client standards.
• Support project delivery, construction queries and technical reviews.
• Collaborate with project managers and international teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Foundation design

Soil-structure interaction

Pile behaviour

Engineering reports

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Tools

LPile

RSPile

BH Pile

Job description

Join the Energy Revolution with a Global Leader!

Join APD Global, a leading provider of engineering solutions for utilities and renewable energy, and play a key role in driving the global energy transition. This is your opportunity to contribute to the development of critical energy infrastructure while building an international engineering career in a dynamic and rapidly growing industry.

Who We Are

We are one of Australia's leading engineering groups in the energy and telecommunications sectors, with 15 offices across Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore and Italy.

We specialise in the design of high-voltage transmission lines and electrical substations (up to 500 kV), as well as the integration of renewable energy connection and storage systems.

But we're not your typical engineering consultancy! We are continually investing in innovation and cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, quantum cryptography, network cybersecurity and robotics.

The Opportunity – Civil Engineer, Foundations

As part of our continued international expansion, we are looking for an experienced Civil or Structural Engineer to join our Milan office and become an integral part of APD Global's international engineering team.

This position will be permanently based in Milan, Italy, working directly on major transmission line and infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand.

You will collaborate closely with our Australian engineering teams, contributing to the design and delivery of foundation solutions for some of the region's most significant energy infrastructure projects. This is an exciting opportunity to develop an international career, gain exposure to the Australian energy sector and work on technically challenging projects, all while remaining based in Milan.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare foundation designs and engineering calculations for transmission line structures, including steel lattice towers, poles and associated infrastructure.
• Interpret geotechnical reports and undertake foundation assessments, considering soil-structure interaction and site-specific conditions.
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation, construction drawings and specifications.
• Undertake engineering analysis in accordance with relevant Australian, New Zealand and client standards.
• Support project delivery, construction queries and technical reviews.
• Collaborate with project managers, senior engineers and international project teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in civil or structural engineering design.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering, foundation design and interpretation of geotechnical investigation reports.
• Knowledge of soil-structure interaction, pile behaviour and foundation design principles.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering design codes and standards.
• Strong technical report writing, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in transmission line foundation design.
• Familiarity with foundation design software such as LPile, RSPile or BH Pile.
• Experience working with Australian or New Zealand engineering standards.

We're looking for someone with a strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach, who enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to the development of others.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering high-quality engineering designs in line with project budgets, schedules and technical requirements.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to successful project outcomes.
• Demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace health and safety and APD's quality standards.
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers while contributing to the growth of our Milan engineering team.

Why Join APD Global?

At APD Global, you'll have the opportunity to be part of an international engineering business while building your career from our Milan office.

• International project exposure: Work on major Australian and New Zealand infrastructure projects without relocating overseas.
• Global collaboration: Work alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists across our international network.
• Career development: Develop your technical expertise through exposure to complex engineering challenges.
• Innovation: Be part of a company that embraces new technologies and continually looks for better ways to approach engineering challenges.

Above all, we're looking for someone who shares our passion for reimagining engineering, takes pride in delivering high-quality technical work and sees continuous learning as an essential tool for shaping the future.