Principal Bridge Design Engineer

Overview

In this role you will lead complex bridge projects, acting as the technical lead and design authority. You will oversee high‑level design review, risk management, and compliance with industry standards, while fostering client relationships and guiding multidisciplinary teams. You will support bids and help shape project direction with your expertise. This is an opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure that connects communities and drives growth. You will work within a global firm known for delivering a better world through innovative engineering.

Pay / Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• alternative start/finish times
• part-time, job-sharing and hybrid options
• additional annual leave
• volunteer and representation leave
• flex public holidays

Responsibilities

• Act as Technical Lead / Design Authority for major bridge projects (river crossings, long‑span structures, freight/rail 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

Key requirements

• 15+ years’ experience in bridge and major infrastructure design
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) – Engineers Australia
• Demonstrated experience with Main Roads WA projects and standards
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary design teams in a consultancy
• Strong commercial awareness and client‑facing capability
• Ability to provide clear technical direction and professional judgement

• client‑facing capability
• leadership and mentoring
• communication and collaboration
• bridge design and analysis
• design review and certification
• risk management

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