Title:

Principal Structural Engineer

Join us today!

We are renowned for working in partnership with our clients and construction partners to deliver exceptional outcomes based on our collaborative approach and our “One Team” value.  

In Australia, KBR employ over 1000 people with offices in each state. Our project delivery track record, industry profile and strong relationships have enabled us to grow significantly, and we continue to expand. This continued growth allows us to offer unrivalled opportunities to our staff in terms of career paths, career development and project exposure. 

Creating a superb culture is also huge for us and a key part of our success and growth. Genuine collaboration across the business is integral to how we work. As a company KBR have created an open, inclusive organisation where people matter, are valued, and cared about. By joining KBR you can be assured that you are joining a team that pulls in the same direction and shares common values.

The Opportunity

In this position you are responsible for the design, specification and engineering services related to structures and foundations made of concrete, steel, wood, composites, other engineered products or shaped natural landforms, including for buildings, platforms, retention and drainage structures, pipe racks and similar infrastructure.

Whilst in the role you will devise new approaches to problems encountered. The position requires the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles and processes related to structures and foundations along with detailed and complex involvement in all aspects of design such as contributing to and/or performing studies and designs, preparing specifications and providing consulting services in the structural engineering field. You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, civil and other engineers in delivery of projects and proposals for a range of clients and infrastructure types.

Who are you?

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge in the discipline of structural engineering and can technically lead a project structural engineering team to deliver major work packages for a large multi-disciplinary project according to scope, budget and schedule.

Other requirements:

Ability to prepare and verify design calculations (including self-checking) using either manual methods or with the aid of computer applications such as Space Gass, RAPT or Strand7Ability to guide and advise more junior and mid-career engineers, designers and drafters in the preparation of models, designs, drawings and to undertake review of these drawingsCompetence in preparing and reviewing reports and technical specificationsAbility to liaise with peers, subordinates, clients, suppliers, statutory authorities and other consultantsPossess or eligible and willing to obtain CPEng and RPEQ or equivalents within 6 months

Who are we?

KBR’s Infrastructure Solutions Australia business offers a wide range of professional services to private and public sector clients delivering projects in both urban and remote environments across transport, water, environment, buildings and defence. 

We are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset that drives innovation within our business, for our customers and stakeholders.   Our continued growth allows us to offer unrivalled opportunities to our staff in terms of career paths, career development and project exposure. 

Find out more about us via these links:

IS Australia overview brochure: 

https://kbr.foleon.com/is-australia/who-we-are/

At KBR, we value you – here’s how. 

While our people are busy delivering leading science, technology, and engineering solutions, we’re committed to providing them with a supportive, trusting environment and benefits that enable them to thrive and continue doing what they do best. 

Benefits include:

Industry leading salaries reviewed annually.  20 Days of annual leave per year + an additional day off every 4 weeks (33 days in total)  Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time) Salary packaging and novated leases  Paid professional membership feesLife/Health insurance discounts Employee stock purchase plans  Paid parental leavePersonal career development plans  Growth and promotion opportunities 

Help shape tomorrow by applying today! 

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to leave your impact on our society with one of Australia’s leading infrastructure businesses. Apply now and follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date with all the latest news and job opportunities.

KBR values an inclusive and diverse work environment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

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