Title:
Principal Bridge Designer
Looking to take the lead on impactful bridge and transport infrastructure projects across Western Australia?
We're seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our high-performing Structural team, where you'll play a key role in delivering complex designs, mentoring engineers, and shaping the future of infrastructure across the state.
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the WA Structural Discipline Manager, you will operate as a technical specialist delivering structural engineering services across the transport sector, with a solid focus on bridge infrastructure.
You'll lead the planning and delivery of engineering work, applying sound judgement to complex challenges including competing design requirements, material constraints and multi-disciplinary coordination.
This role combines technical leadership, project delivery and client engagement, with opportunities to contribute to proposals, support business development, and mentor junior team members.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver structural design and analysis for bridge and transport infrastructure projects
Plan and execute work to meet budget, schedule and quality targets
Prepare and review design calculations, reports, specifications and drawings
Mentor and support junior engineers, designers and drafters
Coordinate with clients, stakeholders and regulatory authorities
Contribute to proposals, project planning and business development activities
Support delivery of MRWA projects, including ETS panel work and inspections
About You:
You are a technically strong and commercially aware Structural Engineer with deep experience in infrastructure, particularly bridges, and a passion for mentoring and developing others.
Degree in Engineering (Structural or equivalent)



with 10+ years' experience (including 7+ years in infrastructure)
Strong expertise in bridge design and civil infrastructure within a consulting environment
Solid understanding of MRWA design processes, with ETS panel and bridge inspection experience highly regarded
Proficient in SpaceGass, STAAD Pro or Strand7
Ability to independently prepare and check design calculations
Chartered (CPEng) or able to obtain within 6 months
You also bring:
Strong communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders
Experience supporting project delivery, budgets and proposals
Confidence working across multi-disciplinary teams
Sound understanding of commercial project environments
Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
A proactive approach to mentoring and professional growth
What We Offer:
Join a team-oriented and supportive team where mentorship is valued
Flexible and hybrid working to support work–life balance
Career development support, including chartership and professional memberships
Access internal career opportunities across projects and locations
Paid parental leave and additional leave flexibility options
Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Program
Work on meaningful infrastructure projects shaping communities across WA
Our KBR Values:
We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, We Are a Team of Teams
– embody our people‐centric organisation.
Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people, is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey.
Shape tomorrow by applying today!
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📌 Principal Bridge Designer (Perth)
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