Senior Structural Engineer

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia UpperGround by Hudson Full time
  • water and wastewater infrastructure projects
  • structural investigations, scoping, and design
  • Adelaide based

We are seeking a results-driven Senior Structural Engineer to join our team on a 12-month contract. You will provide technical leadership and hands-on support across structural investigations, scoping, design, audits, and advisory services for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will act as a specialist within the structural discipline, contribute to Safety in Design outcomes, and collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute structural investigations, scoping, and design across water and wastewater assets
  • Provide technical audit and advisory services for projects, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and life-cycle design requirements
  • Champion Safety in Design (SiD) and ensure its integration into engineering processes
  • Develop, review, and maintain technical standards and guidelines; contribute to technical writing and documentation
  • Conduct site audits to verify compliance with standards
  • Deliver timely information and documentation to customers; identify value-add opportunities
  • Support knowledge sharing within the structural discipline and broader teams; participate in meetings and reviews
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Asset Management, Operations, Procurement, and other stakeholders to meet customer needs
  • Apply a customer-centric approach to deliver cost-effective, fit-for-purpose outcomes

What We're Looking For

  • Tertiary Engineering qualification (essential)
  • Chartered status or postgraduate qualifications with recognition by Engineers Australia (desirable)
  • Strong knowledge of structural engineering fundamentals and practices applicable to large-scale infrastructure, with exposure to water industry
  • Experience in investigation, concept, and detailed design, including auditing of designs
  • Proven ability to deliver complex and critical engineering work on time and within budget
  • Demonstrated capability in technical writing and standard-setting
  • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and with external consultants/contractors
  • Commitment to Safety in Design principles and risk-based design thinking

What You'll Get

  • Competitive ABN or PAYG hourly rate, commensurate with experience
  • 12-month contract with the potential for extensions or additional opportunities
  • Collaboration with a skilled, cross-functional team

Please submit your resume with your relevant structural engineering experience, particularly in water/wastewater or large-scale infrastructure projects, to

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