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Senior Structural Engineer – Mining Projects (SpaceGass)

Job Overview

Our client is a specialist consultancy firm dedicated to driving project success across the mining and resources sector. They provide high-value engineering solutions throughout the entire project lifecycle, partnering with major players in Gold, Lithium, and Iron Ore. As they expand to support a robust pipeline of debottlenecking projects and expansion studies moving into detailed design in 2026, they are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer. In this role, you will work under the guidance of the Lead Structural Engineer to deliver robust, compliant structural designs for brownfields and sustaining capital projects.

Schedule

  • Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AWST, with 1 hour unpaid break (40 hours per week) 

Responsibilities

  • Analysis & Design: Perform detailed structural design calculations for steelwork structures and concrete foundations using SpaceGass and advanced spreadsheets.
  • Technical Modeling: Build and analyze complex structural assessment models; develop load case scenarios ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and client-specific requirements.
  • Engineering Solutions: Collaborate with the design team to develop practical, innovative solutions for brownfield modifications and debottlenecking projects.
  • Documentation: Prepare comprehensive calculation reports and engineering documentation for client submission, clearly outlining analysis results and design recommendations.
  • Project Delivery: Assist in the technical delivery of ongoing projects, ensuring accuracy, timeline adherence, and alignment with project goals.

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate, hands-on structural engineering experience (specifically in engineering design, not just drafting).
  • Software Mastery: Mandatory, extensive hands-on experience with SpaceGass (building models, running analyses, and interpreting results independently).
  • Industry Knowledge: Demonstrated experience in mining, mineral processing, or heavy industrial projects is highly preferred.
  • Standards Expertise: Strong working knowledge and application of current Australian Standards for structural design and concrete foundations.
  • Technical Skills: Proven ability to perform steelwork and concrete calculations and advise on necessary design adjustments.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work autonomously in a remote environment while maintaining high levels of collaboration with a Perth-based team.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Professional integrity and a commitment to rigorous technical accuracy.

Independent Contractor Perks

  • Permanent work from home
  • Immediate hiring
  • Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

Senior Structural Engineer – Mining Projects (SpaceGass)

Job Category

Engineering

Job Type

Full Time (35 hours or more per week)

Work Schedule and Timezone

Perth, WA

Published on

Apr 23 2026