Senior Structural Engineer (Invercargill)

WSP in New Zealand; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Invercargill, New Zealand. This role involves influencing the technical direction of projects and supporting the Buildings and Civil Structures team in developing local infrastructure. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, at least 8 years of experience, and preferably be working towards Chartered Professional Engineering status. Enjoy stable workload, supportive team environment, and outdoor recreational opportunities in the Southland Region.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience.
• Experience on projects in New Zealand/Aotearoa advantageous.
• Current, clean driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Influence the technical direction of projects from planning to delivery.
• Support the Buildings and Civil Structures team in project development.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Working in Southland provides the work life balance that we all strive for, with a stable workload that is varied and diverse, a five-minute commute to work, and an engineering team that is inclusive and a work environment that is encouraging and supportive.

Senior Structural Engineer, Waihōpai Invercargill

The Southland Region continues to have strong engineering opportunities and is leading New Zealand’s economic recovery. The Waihōpai Invercargill team have a fantastic opportunity for a highly capable Senior Structural Engineer to support our local Buildings and Civil Structures team in the technical development of local industrial and infrastructure projects.

As a senior member of the team, you will have the opportunity to influence the technical direction of projects, from planning through to design/design management and delivery. Ideally, you’ll have a broad background including exposure to infrastructure and industrial projects, however we are open to speaking with engineers who have specialised in multiple areas. There are opportunities to progress your career with your technical expertise feeding into the design management of multi-disciplinary projects with the technical support of others, from within the Invercargill team, and more widely through our national and global WSP network.

So come and join a team that is committed to supporting and growing our people and who are making a difference in our community. All while taking advantage of the benefits that the Southland Region provide in being a family friendly environment with unparallelled access to outdoor recreation and sporting activities.

Please note that we require the preferred candidate to be based in Invercargill or willing to relocate.

About you

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• Preferably a minimum of 8 years’ professional experience
• Experience working on projects in New Zealand/Aotearoa advantageous.
• Achieved or actively working toward Chartered Professional Engineering (CPEng) status or equivalent.
• Current, clean drivers license.

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