Lead Structural Engineer
At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.
What you’ll do
As a Lead Structural Engineer, you'll provide technical leadership across complex projects while helping to guide and support our structural team.
In this role, you will:
What you’ll bring
We know the work we do is key to problem solving for our clients, it’s the technical expertise and the depth of knowledge of our people that really sets us apart. Here are the key things you will need to have in order to ‘bring ideas to life’.
How we support your growth
We believe careers continue to evolve at every stage. As a Lead Structural Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of complex projects, build trusted client relationships and play an active role in shaping the future direction of our structural team.
You'll join a business with a strong pipeline of secured work across data centre, Defence, major buildings and infrastructure projects, allowing you to make an immediate impact from day one. Working alongside experienced technical and business leaders, you'll have the opportunity to expand your influence, strengthen your leadership capability and help grow Aurecon's presence in key markets.
Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives and flexible ways of working. You'll be supported by a collaborative team that values technical excellence, knowledge sharing and developing future leaders.
Who we are
We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.
Ready for your next adventure?
If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com
Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.

Aurecon is a design, engineering and advisory company. Our purpose is bringing ideas to life, to imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet.
Our culture of Believe it. Say it. Do it. reflects our deep commitment to our clients and each other to build trust and create a better future together.
We are a team who place eminence, digital and innovation at the core of all we do.
Our strength lies in how we bring together our design, engineering and advisory capabilities to provide our clients with integrated solutions across the entire asset lifecycle. From shape and plan – design and deliver – operate and optimise – to close and transform.
Aurecon designers, engineers, scientists and advisors work with our clients across markets and asset types, to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges.
We are an owner managed company with a strong presence across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.
To learn more about what we have been up to visit our newsroom (aurecongroup.com/about/latest-news), or take a glimpse into the future on our Just Imagine blog (justimagine.aurecongroup.com).