Principal and Senior Structural Engineer

1 day ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia at Full time
Principal and Senior Structural Engineer - EOI

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Principal and Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Brisbane/Perth

The company: EPCM Engineering Consultancy

Benefits: Competitive rates and working on a large project

Assignment length: 12 months initially (subject to extension)

The Company

An EPCM engineering consultancy with a portfolio of resource mining projects worldwide. Due to an upcoming major project, they are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer and a Senior Structural Engineer to join the team.

The Role

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, able to multitask, and a demonstrated team player. You will be part of the design team, assisting with various scopes on process plants and non-process infrastructure.

This is an initial 12-month contracting opportunity with potential for extension due to the project's size.

Responsibilities for Principal
  • Review and approve structural engineering deliverables including drawings, specifications, and reports (e.g., processing plants, conveyors, crushers, tunnels).
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to senior and junior engineers.
  • Oversee structural design standards, ensuring compliance with mining regulations and safety codes.
  • Ensure integration of structural designs with other disciplines (civil, mechanical, electrical).
  • Approve complex structural designs and calculations, especially for critical load-bearing structures.
  • Manage risk assessments and structural integrity reviews for high-impact assets.
  • Represent the structural discipline in client meetings, regulatory reviews, and internal governance boards.
Responsibilities for Senior
  • Develop detailed structural designs for mining infrastructure (e.g., foundations, retaining walls, steel structures).
  • Perform structural analysis using software such as SpaceGass, Strand7, STADD.Pro, or ANSYS.
  • Prepare design documentation, calculations, and construction drawings.
  • Conduct site inspections and structural assessments during construction and operational phases.
  • Coordinate with drafting teams to ensure accurate and buildable designs.
  • Ensure designs meet safety, environmental, and operational standards.
What you'll need to succeed
  • Strong knowledge of design principles.
  • Proven experience working on mining projects, ideally on Gold/Copper.
  • Based in Brisbane or Perth with Australian full work rights.
What's on Offer
  • Work on a major gold/copper project.
  • Be part of an exciting project.
What you need to do now

If interested, click 'apply now' to send your updated CV. If this role isn't suitable but you're exploring new opportunities, contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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