This role is for a Principal Engineer- structures on mining projects.
Prepare foundation, steel structure & concrete structure designs calculation in compliance with industry standards.
Perform analysis and design using software like Space Gass, STAAD Pro, SACS, Tekla, E3D, or S3D.
Solid understanding of Australian Standards (AS) and international codes.
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines (piping, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation) for seamless project execution.
Prepare civil and structural drawings, specifications, and design calculations.
Calculate loads and select structural members based on forces and service demands.
Design structural solutions for industrial, commercial, and institutional projects of various sizes with the main focus on industrial projects.
Design of shallow and deep foundations, concrete piles, underground concrete vaults and tunnels, and slab reinforcement for a variety of loading conditions.
Design of steel structures including building, additions, access platforms including ladder and stair details, trusses, two-legged bents and four-legged support towers.
Develop a variety of structural connections including unique connections caused by field interferences.
Verify field conditions, constructability of designs, and assist in resolving problems during field construction.
Interpreting and designing from a variety of different domestic and foreign structural building design codes.
Develop familiarity with WSP standard drawings, specifications, general practices, procedures, Client specific standards.
Prepare reports, designs, and drawings.
Redline drawings for CAD Designers and review updated submittals for accuracy.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers and team members.
Must complete a high-quality self-check of own work with efficiency. Shall follow internal QC processes.
Reporting progress of work assignment to immediate supervisor. Understands the project schedule and budget requirements.
Communicate with internal peers and project team and required to answer questions regarding deliverables.
Capable of multi-tasking and managing multiple projects with the ability to accurately predict the time required to fulfil the individual scopes of work required.
Coordinating with Australian lead offices as per project requirement.
Actively participate in the design and provide input to the design team throughout the design process.
Provide regular work status updates, including risks or concerns, to Lead Engineer or project manager in AU.
Ensure that Health & Safety is embedded into all work practices in line with company policies.
Support the company’s approach to sustainability.
Be able to communicate in a multi-disciplinary project team.
Be willing to learn and be polyvalent.
Identify improvements (where possible) to enhance WSP service to clients. Complete accurate timesheets by set deadline.