Joining Rickard Engineering means becoming part of a team that values expertise, curiosity, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities to work on complex and high-profile projects while developing technical skills through mentorship, collaboration, and real project exposure. We believe in supporting our people as they grow, both professionally and personally, within a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Façade/Structural/Civil Design Engineer – Melbourne, Australia

Significant project wins mean we are expanding our Melbourne team. We are looking for a well-credentialed and passionate engineer to join our company’s office in Melbourne to work on projects both locally and internationally. The position involves the day-to-day work in a team of engineers under the supervision of our local Associate and Regional Manager. The role provides many exciting opportunities to work on interstate and international projects.

The Role offers the successful applicant a wide variety of opportunities and duties, including:

- Designing, planning, organising, and overseeing the construction of façade/structural/civil engineering projects.
- Reviewing, checking, and interpreting all drawings, instructions, and documentation received from either the Client or other authorities.
- Complying with guidelines and regulations, including permits, safety, etc.
- Overseeing and mentoring junior staff and liaising with a variety of stakeholders including builders, architects, subcontractors, other consultants and suppliers.
- Working with an cutting-edge team on high-level engineering projects ranging from local, through interstate, to international.




- Developing structural analysis skills using software, spreadsheets, and hand calculations.
- Undertaking site inspections and preparing inspection reports.
- Preparing high-quality calculation reports, specifications and other related documents.
- Sketching concept designs and preparing developed design drawings.
- Reviewing and marking up architectural and subcontractor drawings and designs.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

- Tertiary Engineering Qualification in Façade/Structural/Civil Engineering.
Experience (2
- years) in façade engineering.
- Experience in the design of steel/concrete structures.
- Experience using engineering software, including STRAND7, Robot, THERM, and AutoCAD (or similar software).
- Experience and efficiency in Microsoft Office/365 Suite required.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Australian Standards and Design Codes.
- Understanding of the BCA and Codes related to façade engineering.
- Interpersonal & communication skills, verbal & written.
- Ability to understand 3D arrangements from 2D drawings.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to analyse and design either with or without computer software.
- Professional Engineers Australia (EA) membership eligibility is preferred.
- Working rights in Australia are required.

Only applicants required for an interview will be contacted.

Apply by sending your resume, cover letter and academic transcript to [email protected].

We may also ask for a reference from your academic supervisor/lecturer.

We look forward to receiving your application.

📌 Façade/Structural/Civil Design Engineer – Melbourne, Australia
🏢 Rickard Engineering
📍 Melbourne