AFRY

Structural Engineer – Hydropower Projects

AFRY

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Australia

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About the role

  • The Structural Engineer is responsible for analysis, design and assessment of reinforced and mass concrete structures subjected to hydraulic loading
  • Perform structural assessments under static, dynamic, seismic, thermal, uplift and hydraulic load conditions, including flood and extreme event scenarios
  • Develop and review detailed structural calculations, design drawings, specifications, and technical reports in accordance with relevant codes and standards
  • Coordinate closely with hydraulic, geotechnical, and civil engineers to ensure integrated and safety design solutions
  • Assess crack control, durability, abrasion, cavitation risk, and long-term performance of concrete hydraulic structures
  • Review and optimise concrete mix designs, reinforcement detailing, joint layouts, and construction sequences to meet performance and durability requirements
  • Review contractor design submissions, temporary works, and construction methodologies related to concrete hydraulic structures
  • Provide technical support during construction, including site inspections, design clarifications and resolution of non-conformances
  • Contribute to dam safety reviews, condition assessments, rehabilitation and upgrade projects where applicable
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality management requirements

Requirements

  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Proven experience in design of concrete hydraulic or water-retaining structures
  • Strong understanding of reinforced concrete, mass concrete behavior, and hydraulic loading conditions
  • Familiarity with relevant design standards
  • Experience with structure analysis and design software, e.g. SAP2000, CSI Column, Abaqus
  • Strong analytical and numerical modelling skills for complex structural systems
  • High attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality and safety
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and coordination
  • Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams
  • Practical understanding of construction methods for large concrete structures
Benefits
  • Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks
  • Competitive salary package
  • Career opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companies
  • Possibility to grow professionally and advance in career
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
structural analysisstructural designreinforced concretemass concretehydraulic loadingconcrete mix designnumerical modellingtechnical reportingconstruction methodologiesdam safety reviews
Soft Skills
attention to detailengineering qualitysafety commitmenteffective communicationindependent workteam collaborationanalytical skillsproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil EngineeringMaster's degree in Structural Engineering