Relocate to Australia: Senior Structural Engineer (NSQEP)

AECOM • Groton, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Structural Engineer (NSQEP), you will contribute to the delivery of complex structural engineering projects across the defence, research and nuclear sectors. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will undertake the design and analysis of complex seismic structures, supporting the delivery of safe and technically robust solutions. You will play an important role in project delivery by collaborating with clients, stakeholders and technical specialists while continuing to develop your expertise in safety-critical and highly regulated environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 6+ years' experience in structural engineering, ideally involving complex buildings, seismic structures or safety-critical projects.
• Experience working within defence, research, nuclear or other highly regulated environments is desirable.
• Developing knowledge of Australian and international structural, seismic and nuclear design standards.
• Proficiency in structural engineering software such as ETABS, SpaceGass, RAPT and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) packages.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Progress towards Chartered status or equivalent professional accreditation is highly regarded.
• Australian Citizenship, or suitable AUKUS clearance is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structural and seismic design for complex buildings and safety-critical facilities within the defence, research and nuclear sectors.
• Undertake advanced structural analysis, including seismic assessment, dynamic analysis and structural modelling.
• Prepare technical calculations, reports and design documentation in accordance with project requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated and integrated engineering solutions.
• Support the development of nuclear safety cases, regulatory submissions and technical justifications.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian and international structural, seismic and nuclear design standards.
• Contribute to technical excellence through quality reviews, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.

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
• Transformational work with big impact
• Work flexibility
• Robust global well-being program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior