Engineer - Structural

Cooma, NSW
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

The Future Generation Joint Venture brings together the combined engineering experience and expertise of WeBuild, Clough and Lane and has been selected to design construct Snowy 2.0. This project is based within the Snowy Mountains in NSW and will deliver one of the largest pumped hydro schemes in the world.Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.Position Purpose:The Structural Engineer - supports fabrication and assembly operations within the Fabrication workshop for the Snowy Hydro 2.0 project. This role ensures that all fabricated structural components meet engineering specifications, project requirements, and relevant Australian Standards.Combining technical knowledge with practical fabrication understanding, this role plays a key part in ensuring workshop outputs are compliant, safe, and of a high standard. The engineer will support quality assurance, documentation, and on-the-floor engineering support while fostering a collaborative, safety-conscious environment.1/ Practical engineering and fabrication alignment2/ Quality assurance and compliance with standards3/ Strong communication with workshop teams4/ Problem-solving and continuous improvement5/ Collaboration with design and site engineering teams6/ Welding knowledge i.e. Qualifications, standards and weld proceduresKey Responsibilities:

Technical Oversight: Review structural drawings and shop fabrication plans. Confirm build feasibility, material specs, and load requirements for steel frames, platforms, skids, and other structural assemblies.
Design Support: Liaise with design engineers to resolve drawing errors, improve fabrication outcomes, and ensure constructability of designs.
Quality and Compliance: Monitor workshop outputs for compliance with AS 4100, AS 1554, and AS/NZS 5131. Participate in dimensional inspections, weld quality checks, and assist with ITP processes.
Workshop Collaboration: Provide day-to-day engineering support to boilermakers, welders, and supervisors. Offer guidance on best practices for weld sequencing, lifting, and handling.
Problem-Solving: Triage fabrication challenges on the floor, including material issues, fit-up complications, and fabrication variances.
Documentation: Maintain structural engineering documentation including mark-ups, redlines, calculations, and compliance checklists.
Tooling and Safety Input: Provide advice on structural tooling requirements and lifting points. Assist with SWMS reviews or workshop setup for complex builds.
Communication: Support internal stakeholders with updates on engineering changes, build status, and compliance items.
Occasional Site Interface: Attend site if required to inspect or validate installed structural elements fabricated in the workshop.
Liaise with welding Inspectors:

Person SpecificationDesired Competencies:

Structural Engineering Knowledge - In-depth understanding of steel design, welding specs, and fabrication standards.
Workshop Familiarity - Practical exposure to fabrication processes and workshop operations.
Problem-Solving - Engineering-minded approach to resolving build or compliance issues.
Communication Skills - Ability to clearly convey structural intent to tradespeople and liaise with external engineers.
Attention to Detail - Ensuring build accuracy and compliance to engineering specifications.
Team Collaboration - Working constructively with boilermakers, supervisors, and project stakeholders.
Compliance Awareness - Working knowledge of WHS obligations in a fabrication context.
Flexibility - Ability to switch between paperwork, QA, and on-the-floor advice with ease.
Welding knowledge

Qualifications & Experience:

Certifications: Structural Engineering (required).
Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in a structural or fabrication engineering environment.
Licenses: White Card; confined space and forklift ticket desirable.
Knowledge: Familiarity with AS 4100, AS 1554, and structural fabrication codes.
Desirable: Experience supporting large infrastructure or hydro projects. Familiarity with CMMS and document control software.

Personal Attributes:

Practical and hands-on engineering approach.
Proactive and solution focused.
Team-oriented with good communication skills.
Strong safety and quality mindset.

As an employee you will be eligible to participate in a number of additional employee benefits. This includes:

Competitive Salary
The FGJV Retention Bonus Scheme
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave
Qantas Club Membership discounts
Professional Development

These positions are in remote challenging areas with extreme cold temperatures which need to be considered before applying for these roles.If you meet the above requirements and would like to work on this iconic project, please apply now.Project Overview:

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