Principal Structural Engineer

1 day ago


Auckland City, New Zealand AECOM Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Principal Structural Engineer to become a valued and integral member of our Energy team in Auckland.

You will be joining a well-respected geothermal power team who have a proven track record of providing high quality design and consultancy to our clients. This is an interesting and challenging role where you will be involved in technical design as well as developing and enhancing relationships with our clients.

We offer a friendly and supportive work environment and ongoing training and professional development will be provided to support your career progression within AECOM.

Day to day responsibilities include;
+ Providing structural technical expertise for project work, by performing design and verification of deliverables

+ Structural and seismic design

+ Developing new business and assisting in the delivery of the strategic objectives of the team

+ Contributing to winning proposals

+ Developing and maintaining strong client relationships

Minimum Requirements

We are looking for a motivated Principal Structural Engineer who has gained consultancy experience and is able to demonstrate the following;
+ Minimum of 10 years relevant professional experience

+ Successful track record in civil/structural engineering including roads and ground structures (hydraulic structures would be an advantage)

+ Good understanding of geotechnical inputs

+ Seismic design capability

+ Power and industrial project site experience

+ Good communicator and understanding of multidiscipline projects

+ Ability to travel for short term assignments

Preferred Qualifications

+ Tertiary qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering

What We Offer

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

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.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts - planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers - leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.



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