Senior Bridge Engineer

About the role

Aurecon is recruiting a Senior or Intermediate Bridge Engineer for its NSW/ACT Bridges & Civil Structures team, based in the Sydney or Newcastle office. The role covers the analysis, design and assessment of bridges and associated civil structures, with a strong pipeline of work extending into 2027. The scope of the role reflects the applicant's experience, and part-time arrangements are open to discussion.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake and lead the structural analysis, design and assessment of bridges and civil structures, from concept design and detailed design through to construction support.
• Develop practical engineering solutions that consider safety, sustainability, constructability, durability and whole-of-life performance.
• Take ownership of design packages and technical deliverables, from calculations and reports through to completion.
• Identify technical risks and interfaces early, working with project and design leads to resolve them.
• Collaborate with engineers, modellers and other disciplines to deliver integrated designs.
• Contribute to design reviews and workshops, and support the development of less experienced engineers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Ideal experience in structural design and assessment of bridges and civil structures in a consulting or similar environment.
• Experience in bridge strengthening and retrofit, defence, or marine and port structures is beneficial but not required.
• Chartered status, or progress towards professional engineering accreditation, is highly regarded.

Required skills

• Applying Australian bridge and structural design standards with sound engineering judgement.
• Analysis software such as MIDAS Civil, MIDAS FEA or SpaceGass (highly regarded).

What we offer

• Mentorship and skill development within a community of experienced practitioners.
• Work on complex infrastructure projects, including road and rail bridges, defence, renewable energy, water and ports.
• Flexible working, with part-time options discussed.