Relocate to Australia: Associate Director - Structural Engineer (NSQEP)
On-siteBremerton, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Lead the structural and seismic design of complex buildings and safety-critical facilities within the defence, research, and nuclear sectors. Provide technical leadership and oversight as an NSQEP, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and safety requirements. Deliver advanced structural and seismic analysis, including dynamic assessment, seismic qualification, and resilience studies. Manage multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating with clients, stakeholders, and technical specialists. Review and assure the quality of structural engineering deliverables across all project phases. Support nuclear safety cases, regulatory submissions, and technical justifications for complex projects. Mentor and develop engineers while contributing to the growth of AECOM's technical capability and client relationships. This role is based in Adelaide, with relocation support available.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- 15+ years' experience in structural engineering, including significant experience on complex seismic structures and safety-critical projects
- Demonstrated experience as a Nuclear Suitably Qualified and Experienced Person (NSQEP) or within highly regulated nuclear environments
- Chartered Engineer and Registered Professional Engineer (or equivalent professional accreditation)
- Strong knowledge of Australian and international seismic, nuclear and structural design standards
- Proficiency in advanced structural analysis and engineering software, including FEA packages, ETABS, SpaceGass and RAPT
- Proven leadership, communication and project delivery skills within multidisciplinary engineering environments
- The ability to obtain suitable defence clearance (AUKUS)
- Suitable candidates for relocation to Adelaide
Desired Qualifications
- postgraduate qualifications in seismic or nuclear engineering
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