senior structural engineer.

Are you a Senior Structural Engineer looking to make your mark in a growing, multi-disciplinary consultancy?We are partnering with a highly regarded engineering firm based in the heart of South Melbourne. Known for their flexible, friendly, and collaborative work environment, our client is actively expanding their structural and civil engineering division. They are seeking a hands-on Senior Structural Engineer who takes pride in overseeing projects from initial design through to meticulous documentation.If you are looking for a role that offers immediate start capabilities, genuine career progression, and a diverse pipeline of residential and commercial projects, this is the opportunity for you.

The RoleThis is a highly autonomous and technically rewarding role where you will be deeply involved in both the structural design and the drafting/documentation phases. You will be managing multiple projects, ensuring deadlines are met, and delivering high-quality designs in accordance with Australian Standards and NCC requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Engineering: Deliver comprehensive structural and civil designs for residential and commercial developments, covering reinforced concrete, structural steel, timber, and masonry.
• Drafting & Documentation: Produce, adequately document, and publish high-quality structural and civil engineering design drawings. (Note: This role is heavily focused on both design and structural drafting).
• Basements & Slabs: Expertly design and document residential and commercial basements, as well as suspended reinforced concrete slabs (one and two-way).
• Civil Drainage: Develop civil engineering drainage designs, including stormwater and on-site detention (OSD) systems, to Council requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Actively liaise with clients, councils, and external consultants to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Site Inspections: Attend and conduct site inspections as required to ensure practical application of designs.

About YouTo be successful in this role, you will be a practical, detail-oriented engineer with a strong foundation in local Australian building practices.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of local experience as a Structural Design Engineer, specifically within the residential sector. (Experience with commercial and concrete structures is highly advantageous).
• Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering. (Additional civil engineering experience is a strong bonus).
• Drafting Proficiency: You MUST possess strong proficiency in AutoCAD structural drafting. The ability to prepare clear, highly organized documentation is a non-negotiable requirement for our client.
• Technical Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of Australian Standards for concrete, steel, and timber design.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Inducta SLB, Wallap, Tekla Tedds, and Structural Toolkit. (Familiarity with SpaceGass, OSD4W, SLOG, Clear Calcs, RAPT, or ETABS will be highly regarded).
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage relationships with clients, council, and internal team members..

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

experience

5 years