Senior Structural Engineer – Energy

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you’ll do

As a Senior Structural Engineer in our Power Transmission and Distribution team based in Brisbane, you’ll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.  You will:

• Oversee structural design delivery across a variety of projects including substations, transmission, BESS, solar and wind that are transforming Australia's energy future.
• Partner with clients to solve complex technical challenges and deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Work alongside some of Australia's leading transmission and renewable energy specialists on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with teams across engineering, advisory, digital and environmental disciplines.
• Mentor emerging engineers while building your profile as a technical specialist through industry leadership and structured development.
• Drive high-quality structural designs using industry-leading tools, methodologies and best practices.
• Apply advanced engineering analysis to optimise performance, efficiency and constructability.
• Deliver complex designs across transmission, substations, renewables and battery storage to support Australia’s energy transition.
• Contribute to client relationships and develop your commercial and project delivery skills while working alongside experienced project leaders.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive team environment where people can learn, grow and thrive.

What you’ll bring

• Relevant engineering qualifications plus experience delivering structural designs for energy infrastructure projects.
• CPEng and RPEQ registration or a demonstrated commitment towards achieving professional registration.
• Proven experience designing steel and reinforced concrete structures, with expertise in structural analysis, modelling and foundation design.
• Supportive approach to mentoring teams, sharing knowledge and helping others grow while guiding complex technical decisions.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and work effectively with clients, colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience coordinating packages of work and contributing to successful project delivery.
• A passion for innovation, continuous improvement and supporting the energy transition.

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. Whether your ambition is to become a recognised technical specialist, project leader or future discipline leader, we'll support you to build a career aligned with your strengths and interests. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready for your next adventure?

If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact [email protected].

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.