Principal Structural Engineer

At Stantec - Energy & Resources, we are designers, engineers and project managers. We take pride in providing innovative solutions that balance production goals with good stewardship, environmental sustainability and regulatory requirements. Together we innovate at the intersection of community, creativity and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

Why you’ll love working with us:

We understand that life doesn’t pause for work — and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our flexible, family-friendly approach helps you balance your career with what matters most.

As such, we offer ways of working that help you find this balance by offering:

• Flexible start and finish times, hybrid and part-time options—to help you thrive whilst juggling life’s commitments
• Paid parental leave (14 weeks full pay or option to take it at half pay equivalent)
• Career development through mentoring, training, and leadership pathways
• Inclusive employee networks like Women@Stantec and Pride@Stantec
• Salary packaging and salary continuance insurance
• Mental health and wellbeing support, including EAP
• Recognition programs and service awards

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer (Structural Discipline Lead) to join our Energy & Resources business in Perth. This is a key leadership position responsible for providing technical direction, discipline leadership and oversight of structural engineering delivery across a diverse portfolio of mining, mineral processing, bulk materials handling and industrial infrastructure projects.

As the senior structural engineering authority, you will lead the structural discipline across all phases of engineering delivery, from concept development and feasibility studies through to FEED and detailed design. In addition to driving technical excellence and solving complex engineering challenges, you will act as the Structural Discipline Lead, leading and developing a team of structural engineers and designers, supporting resource planning, technical governance, quality assurance and the continued growth of the structural engineering function.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and governance for the structural engineering discipline across mining and resources projects.
• Lead and develop a team of structural engineers and designers, fostering technical excellence, mentoring and capability development.
• Serve as the Structural Discipline Lead, overseeing discipline workload planning, utilization, resource allocation and technical quality.
• Lead the delivery and review of structural engineering designs, calculations, specifications and technical reports for mining, minerals processing and industrial facilities.
• Provide structural engineering leadership across studies and detailed design projects.
• Drive technical excellence through design reviews, verification activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
• Provide strategic advice and technical solutions to clients, project managers and key stakeholders.
• Support project planning, scope development, budgeting, scheduling and risk management activities.
• Contribute to business development, client engagement and proposal preparation within the mining and resources sector.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, client specifications and industry best practice.

You will bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), Registered Professional Engineer or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Significant experience in structural engineering design and delivery within the mining, minerals processing, resources and heavy industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated experience leading structural engineering teams and providing discipline leadership.
• Strong technical expertise in structural steel, reinforced concrete and industrial infrastructure design.
• Extensive knowledge of Australian Standards, relevant design codes and mining industry engineering practices.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering delivery across studies and detailed design phases.
• Working knowledge of structural analysis and design software such as SpaceGass, STAAD.Pro, RISA-3D, ETABS or similar.
• Familiarity with engineering design and collaboration platforms such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit
• Strong commercial awareness and experience supporting project performance, planning and execution.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and client relationship management skills.
• A collaborative leadership style with a focus on mentoring, coaching and team development.

What happens next:

Apply now by attaching your CV and we’ll be in touch within the next couple of weeks to guide you through the next steps.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.