Principal Bridge Design Engineer

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Job Description How you’ll make a difference Act as Technical Lead / Design Authority for major bridge projects.

Lead delivery of complex bridge solutions, including:

Major river crossings and long‑span structures

Freight, rail, and heavy‑haul infrastructure

Provide high‑level technical review, design certification, and risk management.

Lead and oversee compliance with AS 5100, Austroads, MRWA, and project‑specific requirements.

Support bids, tenders, and proposals, including methodology, resourcing, and fee inputs.

Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Mentor senior and emerging engineers and contribute to capability development.

Represent the business at client meetings and industry forums.

Qualifications The qualities that help you thrive The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
15+ years’ experience in bridge and major infrastructure design.

Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) – Engineers Australia.

Demonstrated experience working with Main Roads WA projects and standards.

Proven track record leading multidisciplinary design teams in a consultancy environment.

Strong commercial awareness and client‑facing capability.

Ability to provide clear technical direction and professional judgement.

Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options

Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
Volunteer and representation leave

Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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