About the Role
AECOM is seeking a structural engineer to design and analyze bridge structures and develop structural solutions for port and maritime infrastructure projects. This role involves preparing engineering reports, collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with Australian standards and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Design and analyze bridge structures, including preliminary design, detailed engineering, and construction documentation using industry-standard software and methodologies
- Develop structural solutions for port and maritime infrastructure projects, including wharves, breakwaters, and marine facilities
- Prepare comprehensive engineering reports, calculations, and technical specifications for project stakeholders and regulatory authorities
- Collaborate with architects, project managers, and other engineering disciplines to integrate structural requirements into overall project delivery
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation while maintaining quality standards and safety protocols
- Perform site inspections and assessments to evaluate existing structures and identify design constraints
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant Australian Standards, building codes, and environmental regulations
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in structural engineering, with demonstrated expertise in bridge design and/or port infrastructure projects
- Strong proficiency with structural analysis and design software including AutoCAD, STAAD Pro, SAP2000, or equivalent programs
- In-depth knowledge of Australian building codes, standards, and regulatory requirements for structural design
- Solid understanding of bridge engineering principles, including load analysis, material selection, and construction methodologies
- Experience with port and maritime infrastructure design, including knowledge of hydraulic modeling and marine environmental considerations
- Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software and geotechnical analysis as it relates to structural design
- Professional engineering license or eligibility for registration with Engineers Australia is preferred
- Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects in the Australian market is advantageous
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
Skills
- Structural analysis
- Structural design
- Bridge design
- Port infrastructure design
- Maritime infrastructure design
- AutoCAD
- STAAD Pro
- SAP2000
- Australian building codes
- Australian standards
- Regulatory requirements
- Load analysis
- Material selection
- Construction methodologies
- Hydraulic modeling
- Marine environmental considerations
- Geotechnical analysis
Location
- AU - Sydney, NSW
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience
Benefits
- Flexibility with hybrid work options
- Access to industry-leading technology and thinking
- Transformational work with big impact
- Work flexibility
- Wide array of compensation and benefits programs
- Robust global well-being program
About the Company
- AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
- On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges.
- Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.
- AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
- We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.
Equal Opportunity
- As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
- We foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
