Principal Structural Engineer | Transport

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Lead technical delivery, project management, and team development in this Principal Structural Engineer role, contributing to the successful delivery of major transport infrastructure projects across New Zealand. You will apply your structural and civil engineering expertise across bridges, highways, roads, utilities, roadside safety barriers, signage, and transport infrastructure while supporting both project outcomes and team capability.

Based in Auckland, this role offers the opportunity to work on complex and high-profile transport projects including Riverlink, Northland Corridor, Inland Rail, and major level crossing removal programmes. You will play a key leadership role across project delivery, client engagement, technical excellence, and business growth within AECOM’s Structures and Transport team.

You’ll work alongside leading specialists, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to projects that create lasting impact for communities across New Zealand.

• Lead the design and delivery of transportation and structural engineering projects, ensuring outputs meet quality, time, safety, and budget expectations

• Manage project resources, delivery programmes, and multidisciplinary coordination across multiple transport projects

• Provide technical leadership across roads, highways, bridges, signage, line marking, roadside safety barriers, utilities, and civil design packages

• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, supporting repeat work opportunities and business development

• Lead technical teams and provide guidance, mentoring, and professional support to junior engineers and developing team members

• Contribute to proposals, technical reports, tender submissions, and project documentation to support project delivery and future opportunities

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

• Bachelor of Engineering in Civil or Structural Engineering or similar

• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), New Zealand

• Minimum 8–10 years’ design office experience in New Zealand

• Strong knowledge of New Zealand Standards and the NZTA Bridge Manual

• Proven experience delivering transport infrastructure and bridge design projects within New Zealand

• Strong technical expertise in bridge engineering, roads, highways, and multidisciplinary transport projects

• Expert user of MIDAS Civil, including non-linear analysis experience

• Familiarity with New Zealand geotechnical conditions including soil liquefaction design considerations

• Strong commercial awareness and effective time and project management skills

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year         
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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