Principal Structural Engineer

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

Civmec’s Balanced Machines Division is expanding rapidly, with multiple projects awarded and a strong pipeline ahead. These machines are designed, fabricated, assembled, and tested at our state-of-the-art Henderson facility, and you’ll play a key role in bringing them to life.

We’re seeking a Chartered Principal Structural Engineer to join our team of specialist engineers. In this leadership role, you’ll work across the full project lifecycle from concept design through fabrication and final commissioning at client sites across Australia. You’ll collaborate with a multi-discipline team to deliver innovative, high-performance solutions for some of the most exciting projects in the mining sector.

This is your opportunity to take on a challenging and rewarding position in a pioneering division that’s investing in local growth and engineering excellence.

The Role

• Implement the effective delivery of structural engineering components outlined in the Project Engineering Management Plan, ensuring alignment with the overall Project Execution Plan. This includes developing job instructions and liaising with clients on specific structural engineering requirements.
• Support bid preparation and attend client meetings in collaboration with Sales Department personnel, as directed by the Structural Engineering Manager.
• Provide oversight, technical leadership, and mentoring to graduate engineers as appropriate.
• Ensure structural objectives are achieved through effective coordination with the Lead Structural Engineer.
• Participate in structural meetings and reviews with the engineering team, project team, and clients during the engineering execution phase.
• Report on key quantities, budgets, deliverable status, and progress, including efficiency and cost tracking for structural engineering activities.
• Contribute to engineering change management processes, including control, justification, and estimation of cost and time impacts.
• Review structural documents, data, and information as required by the Lead Structural Engineer.
• Assist fabrication and package engineers to ensure timely delivery of fabrication packages.
• Support the development of the Project Execution Plan where required.

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• A Bachelor of Engineering, or equivalent degree, recognised by Engineers Australia in the civil/structural discipline
• Chartered Engineer status (required)
• Experience working on stackers, reclaimers, and shiploaders
• 10+ years of engineering experience
• Prior involvement in detailed design of structures and plants
• Proficiency in structural engineering software, ideally SPACE GASS, ANSYS, Strand7
• In-depth understanding of relevant Australian Standards, including but not limited to:
  • AS 4100
  • AS 3990
  • AS 4324.1
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to write clear and concise technical reports and documents
• A collaborative team approach to building effective relationships and influencing stakeholders

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume’ culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that’s why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.   

How to Apply

Please click the “apply” link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.
Alternatively, please email recruitment@civmec.com.au for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on (08) 6595 5888.
Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
We respectfully request no agency submissions.
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