Principal Structural Engineer
Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide – and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.
We are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to join our team in Adelaide, reporting directly to the Civil Structural Engineering Lead. This key role involves the development and authority of structural engineering designs related to HV substations and renewable projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead structural engineering outcomes in conceptual design, detailed design, procurement, and construction, ensuring all work aligns with relevant standards, specifications, and guidelines for regulatory compliance.
- Provide expert knowledge and technical authority in structural engineering design.
- Mentor and develop other structural engineers and graduates within the design and engineering team.
- Provide specialised technical and engineering expertise, support and advice for Enerven’s strategic and highest‑risk delivery projects.
- Apply sound engineering principles to ensure all footing and structural designs comply with relevant standards, including statutory regulations, client specifications, Australian Standards, and other applicable guidelines.
- Develop, peer‑review, and technically authorise engineering calculations and reports for all structural engineering designs.
- Create detailed engineering drawings and design models, reviewing and validating others’ work.
- Assist the Civil Structural Engineering Lead in developing templates, tools, and procedures to enhance the efficiency and quality of structural engineering deliverables.
Qualifications
- Degree in Structural Engineering that permits admission as Corporate Member of the Institute of Engineers, Australia (CPEng desirable).
- Proven experience delivering structural designs within the renewables and high‑voltage transmission utility sector, including work with electricity network providers such as ElectraNet and Transgrid.
- Advanced skills in structural design software for structural steelwork and foundation design, including substation gantry structure and foundation design.
- Strong background in structural engineering design with working knowledge of construction and maintenance practices.
- Passion for continuous learning, development, and mentoring of other engineers.
Living Details
- Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
- Employment type: Full‑time
- Location: Adelaide, South Australia
- Relocation assistance available.
- Role requires travel within the Australian network.
Benefits
- Flexi‑time accrual
- Flexible working conditions with a supportive leadership team
- 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
- 13% superannuation
- Leadership and career development opportunities
- Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
- Automatic income protection scheme coverage
- Paid parental leave
Safety & Inclusion
Health, safety and wellbeing form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and well‑being of our people, customers and community. Candidates will undergo comprehensive pre‑employment screening, including a medical and a police check.
We are an inclusive, equal‑chance organisation. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.
Contact
For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at.
Closing Statement
Be part of something bigger. Join Enerven and help connect Australia with tomorrow.
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