Structural Engineer

About us:

pitt&sherry is an Australian employee-owned consultancy. Since 1963, we have been delivering engineering and environmental consulting, advisory and project management services. We thrive on tackling challenging projects that enable us to live up to our vision: inspired thinking to embrace the challenges of a changing world.

We are proud to be Australia's most agile thinkers: we are engineers, scientists, planners, technicians, project managers and consultants and coupled with our multi-disciplinary offering, we deliver solutions that make a true difference to people and place.  With seven offices throughout Australia, we are committed to remaining big enough to deliver, small enough to care.

The Opportunity: 

We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join our dynamic team in Sydney. This role offers the chance to work on major infrastructure projects, as well as industrial and local government developments, while gaining exposure to a wide range of structural materials and design approaches under the guidance of senior engineers. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to delivering practical, innovative solutions in a flexible work environment. 

What you do: 

• Structural Design: Apply engineering fundamentals to deliver intermediate to advanced structural solutions across diverse projects. 
• Client Interaction: Liaise with clients, design technicians, and team members to ensure practical and efficient outcomes. 
• Design Documentation: Prepare fee proposals, tender documentation, and contribute to project planning and delivery. 
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with senior engineers and other professionals to develop your technical and project management skills. 
• Impactful Work: Gain experience across multiple structural disciplines and make a tangible impact on projects that shape communities. 

What You Bring: 

• Proven Design Experience: Minimum 3 + years experience in structural engineering design across infrastructure, industrial, or local government projects
• Qualifications: Bachelor of Civil or Structural Engineering 
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of engineering first principles, 3D modelling experience (SpaceGass preferred, but other analysis packages welcome), and ability to produce drawings/sketches. 
• Project Management: Developing project management capabilities and a proactive approach to delivering high-quality work. 
• Growth Mindset: Willing to step outside comfort zone and embrace new challenges 
• Flexible and adaptable: You embrace change and continuous improvement 

Why Join Us:

• Passionate Team: We're a friendly bunch who are passionate about our work. This role is a great opportunity for someone looking to join us as we launch into our 2030 strategy.
• Flexible Working Practices: At pitt&sherry, we champion flexible working practices. Our team enjoys the best of both worlds, splitting their time between home and the office. We believe in genuine work/life balance and strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both professionally and personally.
• Paid Parental Leave: Enjoy paid parental leave with no waiting period and a Return to Work Bonus for when you’re ready to come back.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Complimentary access to qualified psychologists and coaches to support your health and wellbeing.
• Professional Development: We encourage ongoing learning and development. We are active members of Engineers Australia and Consult Australia.
• Additional Leave: Purchased additional leave allowance as well as cultural and ceremonial leave with access to floating public holidays.
• Competitive Remuneration: A market-competitive remuneration package.
• Social Connections: Regular social and cultural celebrations to connect with your team.
• Recognition and Growth: Work for an agile company where your contributions are recognised, and you can truly make a difference.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

We welcome and encourage applications from a diverse background including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature workers, LGBTI+ people and people from different cultural backgrounds.