JT Consulting Engineers (JTCE) is an established structural and civil engineering consultancy with a strong presence in Victoria and decades of experience within the building and construction industry.

We are looking for an experienced Structural Engineer with a minimum of 5 years' Australian structural design experience to join our Melbourne team.

This position would suit an engineer who is confident working with a high degree of autonomy and is looking to take greater ownership of projects. You will work directly with clients, architects, building designers and builders and be involved in projects from initial structural concept through to design, documentation and construction.

We are particularly interested in an engineer with strong practical design skills who is comfortable working across a variety of structural systems and who can also undertake AutoCAD drafting when required.

The Role

You will be responsible for the structural design and delivery of a range of residential, commercial and industrial building projects, including new homes, extensions and alterations, townhouse and multi-unit developments, apartments, warehouses and other low-rise commercial projects.

Your responsibilities will include structural analysis and design; preparation and review of structural documentation; coordination with architects, building designers, builders and other consultants; undertaking site inspections and resolving construction issues; and managing projects with limited supervision.

The ability to undertake your own AutoCAD drafting and documentation when required is highly desirable.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

Minimum 5 years' structural engineering/design experience in Australia

Local Victorian/Melbourne building industry experience

Demonstrated experience designing timber, steel, reinforced concrete and masonry structures

Strong experience in residential engineering, including single and multi-storey dwellings, alterations and additions,



townhouses and multi-unit developments

Experience with commercial/industrial projects such as warehouses and apartments would be advantageous

Good practical knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, NCC requirements and Victorian construction practices

Strong structural analysis and problem-solving skills

AutoCAD drafting capability

Experience with structural engineering software such as SpaceGASS, RAPT, SLB, WALLAP and Structural Toolkit, or similar packages

ETABS and RAM Concept experience would be advantageous

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The confidence to communicate directly with clients, architects, builders and other consultants

The ability to manage your own workload and projects with limited supervision

A practical approach to structural engineering and construction

Professional Engineer registration in Victoria, or eligibility for registration, would be highly regarded.

What We Offer

At JTCE, we believe good engineering comes from experienced engineers being given the time and responsibility to produce quality work.

We offer a competitive salary package based on experience and capability, together with:

- An established and supportive engineering team
- A robust emphasis on quality engineering rather than simply quantity of work
- Interesting and varied projects
- Direct involvement in projects from design through to construction
- The opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop professionally
- A relaxed, professional and collaborative working environment
- Modern offices in Melbourne's inner south-east
- Ample free parking
- Convenient access to public transport and the Monash Freeway

Important

This position requires substantial knowledge of Australian construction methods, Australian Standards and local building practices. Accordingly, applicants must have at least 5 years' relevant Australian structural engineering experience.

Applicants must also have full working rights in Australia.

Only applicants meeting the required experience criteria will be considered.

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📌 Senior Structural Engiuneer - 5+ Years Australian Experience (Melbourne)
🏢 JT Consulting Engineers
📍 Melbourne