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

The Civmec Balanced Machines Division has been awarded a number of machine projects. The machines are designed, fabricated, assembled, and tested at our state-of-the-art Henderson facility. There is a healthy pipeline of machine projects going forward which Civmec will be involved with.

We are seeking experienced Structural Engineers to join this expanding team of professional Balanced Machines Engineers. The successful applicant will be part of a busy multi-discipline design and delivery team delivering some of exciting mining machine project for our clients.

You will enjoy a full project scope of work, including design, execution, and final completion at our clients' sites throughout Australia.

• Exciting projects.
• Great salary package.
• Be part of a company investing in local growth.
• Development opportunities.
• Relocation support offered.

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a pioneering division, we'd love to hear from you

The Role

• Implement the effective delivery of the structural engineering components of Projects Engineering Management Plan, aligned to the overall Project Execution Plan, including the development of job instructions, and liaison with client on specific structural engineering requirements.
• Provide support for bid preparation and client meetings in conjunction with the required Sales Department Personnel as required by structural engineering manager.
• Provide oversight, technical leadership and mentoring, to graduate engineers as appropriate;
• Ensure tasked structural objectives are met through effective coordination with Lead Structural Engineer.
• Participate in structural meetings and reviews with engineering team, project team and clients during the project phase of engineering execution.
• Report key quantities, budget, deliverable status, and resulting progress, efficiency, and costs on structural engineering project progress.
• Provide input to the engineering change management processes including control, justification, and estimation of cost and time.
• Review structural documents, data and information as required by the structural lead engineer.
• Assist fabrication and package engineers to ensure the timely delivery of fabrication packages
• Assist with 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.
• 7 years + experience in Engineering
• Prior projects involvement in detailed design of structures/plants.
• Proficiency in use of structural engineering software. Ideally SPACE GASS, ANSYS, Strand 7
• In depth understanding of relevant Australian Standards, including but not limited to;
• AS 4100
• AS 3990
• AS 4324.1
• Proficient knowledge in all Microsoft Office Suites
• 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 for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on

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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