Engineering the strength behind the vision

Build your career with MLEI Group

At MLEI, we believe the strength behind every outcome is the decisions behind it.

The best careers are built the same way. Through meaningful work, strong mentorship and the opportunity to contribute to projects that leave a lasting impact.

As a growing national consultancy, we are looking for motivated professionals who want to challenge themselves, develop their expertise and help shape how we work.

About the Role

We're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to take ownership of projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support, while building a leadership profile within a collaborative, technically strong team.

This position is responsible for:

- Lead project lifecycles from concept through to detailed design and construction support, ensuring outcomes are safe, cost-effective, and compliant
- Manage, maintain and grow trusted relationships with clients and project partners
- Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within the team
- Mentor and guide junior engineers
- Drive business development, fee proposals and project pipeline growth

Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will provide professional expertise, practical solutions and trusted support that helps our teams achieve outstanding outcomes. There's a genuine path to take on greater project and people leadership as our Queensland team continues to grow.

About You

You are a highly experienced engineer, proficient in major projects delivering high-quality engineering outcomes, along building client relationships and team development.





What you bring To contribute confidently in this role, you will bring

- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- Professional Engineering registration / Chartered status highly desirable
- 8+ years’ local structural design experience within the building sector
- Proven track record in project delivery and client-facing roles
- Proficiency in design and analysis software including Inducta Suite (RCB, SLB, PTD), ETABS, RAPT, SpaceGass, RAM
- Strong understanding of Australian Standards and NCC requirements
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills
- The ability to develop project scope of works and proposals
- Demonstrated experience leading project teams
- Strong understanding of lateral stability design of large buildings, including earthquake requirements and wind loading

What we offer

At MLEI, we’re building a business where ambitious people can do meaningful work, develop their expertise and create lasting impact.

We offer opportunities to

- Contribute to diverse and rewarding projects across Australia and the region
- Work alongside experienced professionals and respected industry leaders
- Build technical, professional and leadership capability




- Access professional memberships and development opportunities
- Grow your career within a collaborative national business
- Develop meaningful client and industry relationships
- Explore new opportunities across disciplines, projects and locations
- Help shape the future of a growing consultancy with a clear vision for what is next

How we work The quality of our work is shaped by the way we work together.

We back our people with trust, support and clear expectations. We take ownership of our decisions, communicate openly and work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our teams, clients and communities.

We value technical excellence, but we also value humility. Knowledge is shared, ideas are challenged respectfully and success is recognised as a team effort.

As we continue to grow, we remain committed to building an environment where capable people can do meaningful work, develop their expertise and contribute with confidence.

Ready for your next challenge?

If you’re looking for meaningful work, strong professional relationships and the opportunity to keep developing your expertise, we encourage you to apply.

This role is an chance to contribute to our team, work with a growing consultancy with clear standards, good people and a long-term view.

For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Erin Gray, Human Resources Officer on 08 8231 2832 or [email protected].

Apply via link with your CV and highlighting how we’re aligned. Shortlisting commencing immediately, with final applicant review by the 20 November 2026.

📌 Senior Structural Engineer – Gold Coast Office (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 MLEI Group
📍 City of Gold Coast