WGA, an AtkinsRĂ©alis Company, is a multidisciplinary engineering and project management consultancy delivering complex infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. Combining deep local knowledge with global capability, we connect our clients to an extensive network of engineering specialists, innovative solutions, and industry-leading expertise across the transportation, water, power and renewables, ports and marine, defence, resources, and industrial sectors.
With a team of over 800 people, WGA provides a rich, diverse, and empowered workplace and offers you a chance to work alongside some of the best in the business. We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes mutual learning, respect, dignity, cultural openness, and an appreciation for diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
At WGA, you'll find inspiring career pathways, opportunities to learn from technical specialists, and the support to grow professionally and personally. We offer a range of employee benefits, including industry-leading parental leave, flexible working arrangements, work-from-home opportunities, and learning and development programs designed to help you succeed.
About our approach:
We focus on the core philosophy of delivering excellent engineering solutions for our valued clients, which allows us to create exceptional, long-term opportunities for our personnel. Our unique style of project delivery ensures that our people don't have to choose between maintaining hands-on engineering design and corporate career options, they can have both!
About our Role:
Our Darwin office has been servicing the local community, clients and beyond for decades and as it continues to grow, we’re seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead and contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects across the region. As a Senior Structural Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the design, analysis, and delivery of structural solutions across a variety of sectors. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and play a key role in shaping projects that range from commercial and industrial developments to transport and infrastructure.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead structural design and documentation for buildings, infrastructure, and industrial projects
- Manage project delivery from concept through to construction
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers
- Liaise with clients, architects, and other stakeholders to ensure project success
- Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and NT-specific regulations
- Contribute to business development and client engagement
You’re a confident and capable structural engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality, practical solutions. You bring a strong technical foundation, project and team management experience, and a collaborative mindset to every project.
- A bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
- At least 8 years of experience in structural engineering, ideally with exposure to projects in the Northern Territory or other regional areas
- Proficiency in structural design software such as SpaceGass, ETABS, RAM, and Revit
- A solid understanding of structural systems and materials including steel, concrete, timber, and masonry
- Strong communication skills and the ability to develop and mentor others
- Chartered status (CPEng) or active progress toward chartership is highly regarded
At WGA, we believe a diverse workplace fosters unique and progressive ideas and drives our culture of learning and knowledge sharing. We welcome applications from all candidates from all backgrounds. Join us and advance your career while enjoying the unique benefits and opportunities that come with being part of a local team with global reach.
WGA is a Work180 endorsed workplace for women, find out more at WGA | WORK180 Endorsed Employer
