Associate Engineer Bridges & Structures
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Job Location:
Townsville - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Associate Bridges & Structures
- Location: Townsville Shape Landmark Infrastructure Projects Across Australia
- Take the lead. Make an impact. Build the future of transport.
About SMEC
SMEC delivers smart solutions for clients and communities in Infrastructure Urban Development and Energy & Resources driven by a desire to improve the world in which we live. Our diverse and skilled teams are engaged in major projects across Transport Water Energy and Renewables sectors.
Infrastructure
At SMEC we understand that our continued success within the infrastructure market is the result of building long-term client relationships. We listen and understand the specific needs of our clients and deliver a complete value chain of services to provide sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide.
The Role
Were seeking a seasoned structural engineer looking to lead transformative infrastructure projects to join our Townsville team as Associate Engineer Bridges & Structures.
This is more than just a technical role its a strategic leadership opportunity for an engineer who thrives on responsibility client engagement and driving engineering excellence at scale.
Youll be key member of our Bridges & Structures team helping to secure and deliver high-profile projects with a focus on innovation quality and technical rigour while playing a key part in mentoring talent and shaping the long-term success of the group.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and review structural design across bridges retaining walls and complex transport infrastructure.
- Guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering outcomes on time and within budget.
- Oversee project delivery ensuring robust design compliance and client satisfaction.
- Develop and strengthen relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
- Contribute to business development and strategic planning including input into team resourcing and performance objectives.
- Support professional development and retention of junior engineers through coaching and mentoring.
About You
You are a senior engineer with strong technical capabilities and a track record of delivering major transport infrastructure projects. Youre comfortable managing both people and complex designs and ready to take the next step in your leadership career.
You will bring:
- A Bachelors Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
- 10 years experience in structural bridge design within the transport infrastructure sector (preferably NSW/Australia-based).
- Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver large-scale engineering projects >$1M.
- Experience across highways rail or metro projects within multi-disciplinary teams.
- High proficiency in project management including budgeting scheduling and risk mitigation.
- A strong technical writer capable of reviewing and producing high-quality reports with minimal revision.
- A strategic mindset with an interest in business planning and team growth.
- Willingness to travel domestically (and occasionally internationally).
Why Join Us
- Be part of iconic infrastructure projects that shape communities.
- Lead a passionate collaborative team with clear growth opportunities.
- Flexible work environment that supports work-life balance.
- Career progression with leadership development and support.
Link to benefits: find out more about SMEC please visit our careers page at recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently this role doesnt require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.
At Surbana Jurong we put talent hard work teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Electrical Engineering
- GIS
- Raspberry Pi
- System Design
- C/C++
- CAD
- Matlab
- Mechanical Engineering
- Autocad
- Microsoft Project
- Catia
About Company
For more than 70 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world.
