Principal Structural Engineer
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Principal Structural EngineerPrincipal/Senior Structural Engineer Defence & Buildings Infrastructure
Adelaide SA Major Defence & Buildings Projects
Following continued growth across major Defence and infrastructure programs KBR is entering 2026 with strong momentum. As our Adelaide team expands were seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to provide senior technical leadership on complex highimpact projects of national significance.
The Opportunity:
This role sits at the interface of design construction and assurance where sound engineering judgement directly impacts safety capability and project outcomes. You will act as a senior structural authority working closely with construction teams clients and stakeholders to resolve complex technical challenges and ensure structural works are delivered safely compliantly and efficiently.
As a Principal you will also play a key role in technical governance discipline leadership mentoring senior engineers and supporting major bids and pursuits helping shape how KBR delivers defence infrastructure into the future.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide senior structural engineering leadership across complex buildings and defence infrastructure projects
Act as a senior structural authority advising on design intent constructability sequencing and risk
Review and approve structural designs shop drawings construction methodologies ITPs and temporary works
Resolve complex structural and constructability issues arising during construction
Ensure structural works are delivered in line with program budget quality and safety requirements
Work closely with construction teams contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams
Champion safety leadership and ensure compliance with WHS Defence site and regulatory requirements
Represent KBR in client contractor and regulator meetings
Provide mentoring and technical guidance to engineers reviewing outputs and supporting development
Contribute to discipline standards technical assurance frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives
Support tenders proposals and client engagements with senior technical input
Skills & Experience Required:
Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) with Engineers Australia
RPEQ RPEV or equivalent registration or willingness to obtain if required
Extensive experience delivering structural engineering services within regulated environments
Strong background in complex buildings and/or defence infrastructure projects
Indepth knowledge of Australian Standards construction compliance and assurance processes
Proven ability to exercise authoritative engineering judgement in complex highrisk situations
Strong leadership and communication skills with confidence engaging senior clients and stakeholders
A collaborative mindset with sound commercial awareness.
Due to the nature of our defence projects Australian citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance is required.
Why Join Us
At KBR youll be part of a forwardthinking team delivering some of Australias most complex infrastructure projects. Were investing in the future of South Australia and youll be at the heart of it. Youll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful highimpact work that shapes critical Defence and national infrastructure leaving a lasting legacy in the region.
We support flexible work arrangements that promote balance and wellbeing and we offer ongoing professional development pathways including support toward Chartered status.
KBR Values:
Our KBR Values We Value Our People We Deliver We Are People of Integrity We Empower We Are a Team of Teams reflect our peoplecentric culture and the way we work. Our strong organisational culture and genuine focus on our people are key drivers of our success and wed love you to be part of that journey.
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