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 skilled 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 transparent 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 setting where capable people can do meaningful work, develop their expertise and contribute with confidence.

Ready for your next challenge? This role is an opportunity to contribute to our team, work with a growing consultancy with clear standards, valuable people and a long‑term view.

📌 Senior Structural Engineer – Gold Coast Office
🏢 MLEI Group
📍 Gold Coast