Renumeration: Attractive Salary plus allowances and entitlements
PCA Ground Engineering is an innovative company offering design and construction ground engineering services to both private and public sector clients. We work primarily as a Principal Contractor and at times as a subcontractor with the right Clients. The company is continually growing and are expecting to win some major projects over the next few months and therefore are looking to recruit an experienced Design Engineer to join our team in the Gold Coast office.
The Design Engineer will be joining an established and high-performing Engineering team where you will work across the business and support our estimating, project management and construction teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform geotechnical and structural assessments under senior engineer supervision to develop safe, efficient, and economical designs for deep foundations, retaining walls, slope stabilisations, and ground improvement.
* Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, and technical reports to support project delivery.
* Collaborate with internal and external clients, project managers, and construction teams to optimise design solutions.
* Conduct site inspections/investigations and risk assessments to ensure designs are implemented correctly.
* Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, local regulations, and best engineering practices.
* Experience in structural steel and concrete design would be highly regarded.
* Support tendering and business development activities by providing technical input and value engineering solutions to the Estimating team.
* Monitor changes to designs and assist the Project Managers to effectively manage changes within Client agreed program.
* Participate in, and support industry best practice, health, safety and environmental initiatives.
* Carry out Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities within the design team.
* A "Can Do" attitude, we are looking for a new team member that seeks solutions and alternatives to conforming designs.
* Stay up to date with industry trends, materials, and construction techniques in piling and geotechnical engineering.
Key Requirements
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Structural Engineering.
* Residency and a right to work in Australia.
* 3+ years of experience in piling, geotechnical, or foundation engineering within the Australian construction industry.
* Experience in geotechnical and structural analysis software such as Plaxis, WALLAP, Piglet, Lpile, Group, Structural Toolkit, Spacegass or similar tools.
* Proficiency in drafting with AutoCAD.
* Knowledge of Australian Standards (AS 2159, AS 3600, AS 2870, AS 1170) and local authority requirements.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
* Good written and verbal communication skills to liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
* Engineers Australia member and working towards chartered accreditation.
If you believe yourself to be a good fit for the role, please apply or email an updated CV through to **********@pcagroundeng.com.au
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