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Mott MacDonald • Brisbane, QLD, AU

Senior Engineer - Bridges and Civil Structures

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity

Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, Mott MacDonald's Transport team has an exciting opportunity for a driven Senior / Principal Engineer to join our dynamic Bridges and Civil Structures team in Brisbane. You’ll play a key role in delivering innovative, multidisciplinary projects in collaboration with government authorities and Tier 1 contractors.

Our projects are predominantly infrastructure based, and as a Senior /Principal Engineer - Bridges & Civil Structures, you will be working on large scale multidiscipinary projects that shape the communities in which we live. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia. With a focus on creating safe and climate resilient infrastructure that benefits the economy, society and the environment, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Lead the design and technical analysis of bridge and civil structure projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and requirements.
  • Produce high-quality engineering documentation, including calculations, drawings, reports, and specifications.
  • Collaborate with clients and project teams across multiple locations to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Drive innovation in design while maintaining a strong focus on safety and project timelines.
  • Manage small to medium-sized projects, including risk assessment and mitigation.
  • Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and growth.

About You

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
  • RPEQ, Chartered or demonstrate equivalent credentials suitable for application
  • Bridge Design experience using AS5100
  • Understanding of Road and Rail Authority design requirements
  • Experience in analytical design using Midas Civil or similar
  • Demonstrated experience in delivering Design and Construct projects is desirable
  • Leading structures on multidiscipline projects is ideal
  • Mentoring team members

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

  • Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
  • Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
  • Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
  • Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development

You’ve got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-NS1

Company benefits

Accrued annual leave
Adoption leave – 26 weeks full pay
Annual bonus
Annual pay rises
Bank holiday swaps
Bike parking
Book swaps
Buddy scheme
Buy or sell annual leave
Carer’s leave – up to 5 days, two of which are paid
Compassionate leave
Critical Illness Insurance
Cycle to work scheme
Dental coverage
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks full pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 2 weeks
Enhanced pension match/contribution – matched up to 7%
Enhanced sick pay
Ergonomic workstations
Eye Care Support – Eyecare vouchers
Faith rooms
Fully stocked snack cupboard
Further education support
Health assessment
In house training
Income protection
L&D budget
Learning platform
Life assurance
Life insurance – 4 x salary
Lunch and learns
Meditation space
Meditation space
Mentoring
Modern office
On-site shower
On-site yoga classes
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Pregnancy loss leave
Pregnancy support
Private booths
Private GP service – Private Medical care for all UK staff
Professional subscriptions – We pay for your primary professional annual subscription
Referral bonus
Religious celebration leave
Returnship
Salary sacrifice
Share options
Shared parental leave – We match up to 24 weeks full pay
Study support
Tax-free childcare
Teambuilding days
Theme park discounts
Travel loan
Women’s health leave
Reservist leave – 10 days leave

Working at Mott MacDonald

Company employees:

18,000 worldwide

Gender diversity (m:f):

65:35

Hiring in countries

Australia

Bulgaria

Canada

Czechia

France

Germany

Hong Kong

India

Indonesia

Ireland

Italy

Japan

Malaysia

New Zealand

Serbia

Singapore

Spain

Thailand

United Arab Emirates

United Kingdom

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Awards & Accreditations

2nd – Career Progression

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3rd – Family Friendly

3rd – Family Friendly

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Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

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Flexible

Flexible

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Culture

Culture

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