Principal Structural Engineer

4 days ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia PCR Talent Full time $200,000 - $300,000 per year
  • Future Director and share holding
  • Attractive salary > $200k + bonus + site allowance
  • Wollongong CBD option with onsite parking
  • Multiple offices with exceptional WLB policies

Why Join?

  • Highly regarded consultancy with a supportive culture
  • Ongoing growth and career development opportunities
  • Projects across mining, marine, ports and transport infrastructure
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements

About the Role

A leading engineering consultancy is expanding its team and seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to be based in Wollongong. This role offers the chance to take ownership of major remediation and structural design projects across Australia, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and long-term infrastructure solutions.

What You'll Do

  • Deliver structural design and load rating projects, particularly in mining, ports, marine, and transport infrastructure (bridges, roads, rail)
  • Provide technical leadership and act as the client contact for key projects
  • Undertake site inspections, assessing structural defects and defining upgrades
  • Guide and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with colleagues in other offices
  • Contribute to building the reputation of the practice through quality project delivery.

What we seek in you

  • Degree qualified in Civil/Structural Engineering
  • 10+ years' industry experience with exposure to mining, marine and transport structures
  • Proficiency with structural analysis software (e.g. SpaceGass, Strand7)
  • Strong technical skills in design, analysis, stakeholder engagement, and project management
  • Site inspection and defect identification experience
  • CPEng (Chartered Professional Engineer) or working towards
  • Current Australian working rights and driver's licence
  • EA membership and fluent English communication skills.

Bonus Points

Experience in remediation, durability engineering or cathodic protection will be highly regarded.

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