Senior Graduate - Intermediate Structural Engineer

Kirk Roberts Consulting; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career progression

Professional development

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Kirk Roberts Consulting in Christchurch seeks a senior graduate to intermediate Structural Engineer for its residential team. You will work on a national portfolio—from architecturally designed homes to structural alterations—handling seismic design and documentation, with client, council, and contractor liaison.

We encourage collaboration in a supportive environment, offering competitive remuneration, flexible working, and ongoing professional development and career progression.

Qualifications

• BEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• 2–6 years as a structural engineer focused on residential design in NZ.
• Strong knowledge of NZ Building Code and design standards.
• Experience in seismic design and detailing for timber/mixed material builds.
• Organised with practical problem solving and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Structural analysis and design with emphasis on seismic performance.
• Prepare concept through detailed design documentation.
• Conduct on-site investigations and support construction delivery.
• Write technical reports and fee proposals.

Skills

Seismic design

Structural analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering

Job description

We have an opportunity for a senior graduate to intermediate level Structural Engineer to join our residential team in Christchurch. If you enjoy working across an interesting range of projects, relish the challenge of utilising new technologies, working as part of a collaborative and experienced team, we would like to hear from you.

About The Role

As a Structural Engineer in our residential team, you will work on a growing range of projects nationally; our projects range from architecturally designed bespoke homes to structural alterations. You will be responsible for project administration and management, the development of seismic design and analysis of buildings.

Key responsibilities

• Structural analysis and design, with a focus on seismic performance and compliance
• Preparing concept through to detailed design documentation
• Conducting on-site investigations and supporting construction delivery
• Writing technical reports and fee proposals

This role offers technical variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work alongside a knowledgeable team using modern tools and design methods.

We offer

A great team environment that’s supportive and collaborative; competitive remuneration, flexible working, support for professional development and career progression.

About You

• Qualified with a BEng (Hons) in Structural Engineering, or equivalent
• 2 – 6 years as a professional engineer with a focus on residential design in New Zealand
• Good working knowledge of NZ Building Code and relevant design standards
• Experience in seismic design and detailing for timber-framed and mixed-material buildings
• An organised and practical approach to problem-solving and project delivery
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients, local councils, architects, and contractors
• Adaptable with a keen eye for detail, excellent planning, organisation, and time management skills
• Enjoy working in a team environment and communicating with a wide range of people

About Us

Kirk Roberts Consulting is a multidisciplinary consultancy providing Structural, Geotechnical, Fire, Civil and Environmental Engineering Services, plus Architecture and Engineering Software to a range of clients across New Zealand, from our offices in Christchurch, Queenstown, Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, and Wellington.

At Kirk Roberts the heart of our business is innovation and finding a better way is why we exist. Our company was founded to challenge the norm and push boundaries, so we can bring our clients advanced engineering, project management and software solutions that drive efficiencies.

Please note, that all applicants must be domiciled in New Zealand and be eligible for permanent employment in NZ, with either a NZ Passport, residency, or current work visa.