Senior Structural Design Engineer

were changing the way australia generates its energy, are you ready for a change?

the team

ugl is well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance service, we partner with some of the worlds largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions making us the number one contractor in australia.

as part of the energy transition, we need experienced engineers to undertake essential design & construction services for critical infrastructure. ugl has a great record in completing renewable sector associated projects including solar farms, battery energy storage systems, transmission lines, substations and electrical distribution.  our proven delivery means we have an exceptional pipeline.

as we continue to deliver & evolve, we are looking for an experienced structural design engineer to join our team.

what will a day in this role look like\: 

  • providing structural design works supporting transmission lines tenders and projects. the design work involves design of support structures and foundations.
  • fulfil the role of designer and checker within the discipline sections
  • plan and conduct professional engineering works
  • attend site, supplier or customer premises to ascertain or confirm project requirements
  • carry out detailed engineering calculations
  • develop detailed designs in sketch and drawing format
  • develop technical specification documents and reports
  • liaise with third party geotechnical engineers or other specialist service providers

 
the following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you dont tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. please apply, all applications will be considered.  

what are we looking for you to bring to the team\: 

  • a relevant four-year engineering degree acceptable for membership to engineers australia.
  • at least 10 years post-graduate experience preferably with in the transmission line industry (desirable)
  • computer and ms office proficiency
  • strong understanding of principles of geotechnical engineering and foundation design.
  • proficiency in pls cadd, pls tower and pls pole. proficiency in microstran, spacegas, tedds, slabs is highly regarded.

why unite with the very best

  • a competitive salary working in a rewarding, supportive and successful team
  • back yourself and your development, and ugl will back your growth
  • flexible and blended work environment; make use of flexible working and our impressive employee benefits, including\:
  • a rewarding wellness program with aia vitality earn cashback for gym shoes!
  • well give you access to a multitude of rewards\: through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment.
  • you can also take advantage of our salary sacrifice options including cars, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.

ugl big projects. big careers.
we keep australia moving through our transport manufacturing, maintenance and operations offering, and we support the energy sector through our renewables, power generation, resources and transmission operations.  we are an end-to-end engineering and services provider (one of australias biggest inhouse design houses) 

 
were the people behind communications, transport, utilities, power, oil, gas, defence and renewables. we build tunnels under rivers and flyover roads. were the people who take on the problems that have never been solved. the ones that stretch you outside of whats known, where your true genius is challenged and shines. 

diversity & social inclusion
 
ugl is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where each employee feels safe to bring their whole selves to work. we encourage applications from indigenous australians, women, military veterans, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people with a disability and our friends in the lgbtiq community.

ugl respectfully acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land in which we work and pays our respects to elders past, present and emerging.   
 
as part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate an applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks. its good to know that ugl does not discriminate based on a nationally coordinated criminal history check.

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