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About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Senior Structural Engineer to join our Buildings + Places Structures team in Sydney. In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of a diverse portfolio of structural engineering projects across sectors including aviation, sport, culture and entertainment, education, healthcare, and transport infrastructure. Working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you will play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable structural solutions, mentoring junior team members, and helping maintain AECOM’s reputation for technical excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the structural design and delivery of projects across a range of market sectors.
Prepare and review structural analysis, calculations, design reports, specifications, and engineering documentation.
Ensure designs comply with relevant Australian Standards, the National Construction Code (NCC/BCA), and client requirements.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary project teams to develop practical, efficient, and sustainable design outcomes.
Manage project deliverables, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder relationships to support successful project outcomes.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to a strong culture of learning and innovation.

Requirements

Ideally, 5+ years’ experience in structural engineering, with a strong focus on building structures.
Demonstrated experience delivering structural design projects within a consulting environment.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Australian Citizenship is highly preferred.
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

Proficiency in structural analysis and design software including SpaceGass, ETABS, RAPT, and Structural Toolkit.
Experience with SAP2000, RAM, IdeaStatiCa, and Grasshopper will be viewed favourably.

Location

Sydney, NSW
AU

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
Access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.
Robust global well-being program.

About the Company

Our global portfolio of work comprises the design of iconic and award-winning buildings and landscapes. From strategic planning through to project realisation, the connections we make among people and place provide sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve. We place a premium on investing in digital capabilities and innovations which bring a unique consistency and efficiency to our scalable work. Together with our clients, we are working to evolve and elevate the built environment across sectors including social infrastructure, transit, technology and logistics, and commercial and corporate real estate, while focusing on solutions that promote long term health and wellbeing for all.
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. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Equal Opportunity

Everyone belongs at AECOM
We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.
You will help us 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.