Elevate Your Career With Connexus Recruitment in Structural Design Engineering

At Connexus Recruitment, we're at the forefront of recruiting for structural design engineering roles. Explore diverse positions and new challenges that could reshape the trajectory of your career. Our team, comprised of recruitment specialists, is dedicated to assisting you in navigating the design engineering industry.

Each design consultancy has its unique ethos and requirements. We delve deep to understand your aspirations and skills, ensuring a match that benefits both your personal and professional growth. Ready for a transformative career move? Reach out to us.

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Senior PM/ Project Director

Project Management

  • Sydney
  • $200,000-220,000 package
  • Permanent

Are you a Senior PM or Project Director with an eye for business development? Exciting opportunity to join a client-side project management consultanc...

Civil 3D Drafter

Civil Engineering

  • Sydney
  • $95,000-115,000 plus super
  • Permanent

This company is dedicated to the professional development of their staff.They are a specialist structural and civil engineering consultancy with offic...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineering

  • Sydney
  • $120,000-140,000 plus super
  • Permanent

This company feels like family. They have a close-knit working culture, that is focused on the well-being and development of the individual employees,...

Associate Director – Civil Engineering – Future Ownership Opportunity

Civil Engineering

  • Sydney
  • $200,000-230,000 plus super
  • Permanent

The culture of this business is unique. They are large enough to compete on the big end of town and go for the Tier 1 projects. Yet small enough that ...

Assistant Project Manager

Project Management

  • Melbourne
  • $80,000-90,000
  • Permanent

If you are looking for an opportunity to combine your passion for technical projects with your project delivery experience, then this role could be fo...

Associate Electrical Engineer | DATA CENTRES

Electrical Engineering

  • Melbourne
  • $160,000-180,000
  • Permanent

We are thrilled to present an exciting opportunity to work with a Global engineering consultancy renowned for its significant building services design...

Junior Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineering

  • Sydney
  • $65,000 - 80,000
  • Permanent

We are currently working with a leading engineering consultancy (tier 1) that boasts one of the largest building services design teams in NSW. They ar...

Associate Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineering

  • Sydney
  • $145,000-170,000
  • Permanent

Our client is one of Australia’s largest privately owned multi-disciplinary consultancies, with over 450 staff along the east coast, offering design a...

Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Fire Protection Engineering

  • Sydney
  • $120,000-160,000
  • Permanent

Working for a big consultancy firm can be great – we get it. You get to work on major projects out of a flashy office, and the company can look great ...

Senior Structural Engineer

Structural Engineering

  • Sydney
  • $110,000-140,000 plus super
  • Permanent

The culture of this business is unique. They are large enough to compete on the big end of town and go for the Tier 1 projects.  Yet small enough that...

Collaborate with leading
design firms

Navigating the myriad of design engineering opportunities can be daunting when your expertise is sought after.

We provide the guidance and insights you need to make informed career choices. With our finger on the pulse of the industry, we'll introduce you to the most fitting opportunities within top-tier design companies, enabling you to cultivate your career with conviction.

Our dedication at Connexus Recruitment is to empower design engineers to thrive in their roles. Our relationships with a wide range of design consultancies means that we can guide you to your next ideal position.

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Design Engineering
Recruitment Pioneers

Recognising your potential in design engineering is our forte, but we also understand that each job seeker has unique goals. That's why we tailor our approach, aligning you with opportunities that resonate with your ambitions. Our extensive affiliations with leading design firms offer exclusive openings, many of which aren't publicly advertised. Keen on a fresh challenge? Chat with our recruitment experts today.

 

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Senior Recruitment Consultant

Design Engineering
Recruitment Experts

We understand what you want from a career in design engineering but every job seeker is different, that’s why we listen to your needs and only match you to the right opportunities. We have a strong network of engineering firms who trust us with their hiring needs, which means many of the roles we work on are never advertised. If you’re interested in exploring a new career, contact our friendly recruitment team today.

Structural Engineering roles we recruit:

Structural Engineering Sector Tile

Design
Engineers

Facade Engineering Sector Tile

Façade
Engineers

Temporary Engineering Sector Tile

Temporary Works
Engineers

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Remedial and Diagnostic
Engineers

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Structural Revit
Designers

Structural Design Engineering FAQs

Salaries for structural design engineers fluctuate based on experience and specialisation.

  • Graduates in design engineering can earn $55,000 - $65,000.
  • Junior design engineers can earn $60,000 - $75,000.
  • Mid-level design engineers with a few years of experience can earn $75,000 - $100,000.
  • Senior design engineers can earn $100,000 - $130,000.
  • Associate design engineers can earn $135,000 - $155,000.
  • Design Managers can earn $150,000 - $180,000.

Directors can earn $200,000 - $270,000.

*Note: Salary does not include super, may differ based on specialisation, location, qualifications, and an individual's portfolio or project history.

Beneficial skills for design engineers include:

  • Knowledge of designing buildings with different material types, such as Steel, Reinforced Concrete and Timber 
  • Understanding of the design and construction lifecycle
  • Knowledge of the Building Codes of Australia and Australian Standards
  • Proficiency in software tools such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Microstran, Etabs, Tekla, and STAAD Pro.
  • Excellent report writing skills
  • Ability to coordinate with other disciplines, and take on other people's viewpoints
  • Ability to use initiative, and think outside of the box

As a design engineer, there are ample avenues for professional growth. One can specialise in technical design, lead project teams, or transition into supervisory roles within a design firm.

There is is potential to gain experience and move into either technical, project or team leadership within a consultancy environment, step sideways into a contractor or take the leap into client-side project management, advisory or even development.

What our clients say

“Connexus worked tirelessly to find the right candidate for a hard to fill role. Jack spent the time understanding our needs, our culture and our vision. His approach was meticulous, ethical and gave us comfort that we were receiving the best fit for our company.”

Hugo Murray - Director , Lucid Consulting

“Connexus are great to work with!”

Paul Jacobson - Managing Principal , Introba Group

“​Nothing but good to say about my experience with Jack. He followed up regularly and was very friendly & honest with his thoughts and feedback. He obviously knows exactly what's going on in the industry. ”

Linde Ryckeboer - National Digital Engineering Lead , BESIX Watpac

“​Jack is the best recruiter. He helped me a lot. He is so efficiency spend only one day since he saw my CV to arrange four interviews for me. He helped to prepare for interview carefully and response quickly after every interview. It's amazing I successfully got offer in such a short time. He is the best! ”

JiaLiang (Bonnie) Lao - Hydraulic & Fire Design Engineer, ACOR

“​Jack has excellent industry networks and is knowledgeable in the building services market. He was always helpful and provided great advices during the recruitment process. It was a great pleasure working with Jack and I would highly recommend him. ”

Michael Lee - Senior Electrical Design Engineer , Aurecon

“​Jack is a very professional and efficient recruiter with outstanding communication skill and personality. He perfectly understand needs of company and candidate and match the best position .Working with Jack was an absolute pleasure and I would highly recommend Jack! ”

Gina Kim - Mechanical Engineer , University of Sydney

“​Jack was very helpful in finding my new role which I am very happy in. He was super communicative throughout the process. He is very knowledgeable in the industry and I highly recommend him! ”

Matthew Savonije - Hydraulic Design Engineer , Sparks & Partners

“​Jack is great to work with. As I was moving from New Zealand, I didn't have much knowledge of the Australian industry. Jack was good with providing options for a variety of firms including backgrounds, type of work etc. This was very helpful when I interviewed & finally decided the firm to go with. Although Jack is NSW based, he helped me secure a position in Victoria by linking me up with the VIC office of the firm. I would definitely recommend him. ”

Pari Pathak - Senior Mechanical Engineer , LCI Consultants

“​Jack is a switched on recruiter with a great network in our industry. I would recommend anyone looking for a new career to speak with Jack. ”

Mark Agius - Director , Intelle Building Services

“​Jack did a great job for me. Fast response, professional and great communication. Well done and thanks! ”

Zoe Wu - Services Design Manager, Mirvac

“​Jack worked hard to achieve a great outcome for us, a pleasure to deal with”

Andy Kelsey - Director - Workplace Technology , Aston Consulting

“​I have been working with Jack for several years and have found him to be professional, friendly and always happy to have a laugh. Jack is not your typical recruiter who is all about the placement fee. He is knowledgeable within the industry and takes the time to get to know you and your business so he can provide the best possible candidates. I would have no hesitation in recommending Jack for all recruitment needs. ”

Mark Molloy - Managing Director , JN Consulting Engineers

“Jack has a clear understanding of the AEC industry in Australia, and is closely connected with clients, consultants and contractors to understand roles and requirements for our infrastructure projects. Jack successfully recruited a Senior Digital Engineering Lead within Arcadis that was completing a contract in the Middle East, and is the perfect fit for our business. ”

Steven Coyle - Regional Digital Engineering Lead , Arcadis

“Words cannot describe the amount of effort that goes in from Jack at Connexus Recruitment. He found me a job that I love with an amazing company! He helped me through the whole process making easy finding a new job with the right company. Jack is incredibly talented, never missed a follow-up call, well known within the building services consultancy industry and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend his services to anyone who wishes to find a new job. ”

Neell Rojas - Senior Mechanical Engineer, Stantec

“​Jack is professional and act on my best interest to get the perfect opportunity. Could not say enough thanks ”

Yongping Zhang - Hydraulic Engineer , Stantec

“​I have found Jack to be a very patient and professional recruiter who will not rush you into a position and make sure that you are the right candidate. Highly recommended for both employers and candidates. ”

Adarash Dhar - Associate Mechanical Engineer, WSP

“​I have known Jack for a number of years; his honesty, integrity and loyalty to his clients and candidates is impeccable. He takes the time to understand our business and match the right candidates, and I have no hesitation in recommending Jack. ”

Neil Shepherd - Managing Director , Nutbrook Engineering Group

“It was easy to relate to and work with Jack. I met Jack a few years ago, where Jack sourced a new candidate for my team. He asked great clarifying questions to understand exactly what type of candidate I needed and from what background. Jack was personable and experienced in the building services sector, providing his knowledge of recent activities in the sector. I would recommend Jack for any business trying to build the right team and to attract the right talent. ”

David Clarke - Engineering Manager , University of Sydney

“Jack is amazing all-round - highly recommended ”

Tom Price - Director , Aston Consulting

“I would just like to say how enlightening and a pleasure it was to work with Jack. His understanding of what was required and the professionalism he applied in achieving a successful outcome was outstanding. The bench mark was set high and with the onset of COVID-19 the task only became more difficult. Jack delivered on all fronts and exceeded the briefI would highly recommend anyone who is looking to further their career to utilise Jack who knows the industry well, has great contacts and who knows how to deliver on all counts ”

Gavin Laskey - Associate Electrical Engineer , Northrop

“I was really comfortable working with Jack. He is really persistent and hard working. He understands his clients really well and puts forward the most suitable options. I'd highly recommend Jack for his motivating, enthusiastic and hard working nature. ”

Jittu George - Associate Engineer, WSP

“​Jack's efforts and delivery of information on each prospective employer was exemplary. Rather than just rely on a phone call or a physical meeting, he also delivered a well detailed report that helped immensely; above and beyond any other recruiter I've worked with. I'm looking forward to working with him again in the future ”

Jason Smith - Fire Protection Engineer , JHA Consulting Engineers

“​Jack is one of the best recruiters I have ever dealt with! Apart from finding exactly the position I was looking for, he followed my application up very closely, always pending to provide me periodically with updates and chasing extra information I was requesting. Always proactive and with a positive attitude. He made all the recruiting process and interviewing pain looking like sipping a glass of water! Great relationship also with the client (company), not only with the (future) employee! ”

Enrico Calzavara - Digital Project Manager - Cross River Rail , Willow

“Jack is one of a kind. I've had dealings with many recruiters in the past and none of them have the same mentality as Jack. Someone who would take their time out to understand your requirements, and follow up even if there wasn't an opportunity just to see how you're going. Keeping the relationship strong. I've worked with Jack on both sides of the fence, looking for new opportunities and finding the right candidates. He would listen to you, and be upfront with regards to the company or candidate, seeing the opportunity from our point of view rather than as a "recruiter". I would highly recommend Jack if you're looking for new opportunities or looking for a bright candidate. ”

Francis Huang - Associate Electrical Engineer, Walker Bai

“I recommend Jack to employers recruiting into the consulting engineer industry. Jack is genuine guy: a ‘straight talker’ with warm people skills. This makes him a strong advocate for clients, while putting people first. I wouldn’t hesitate to get seek Jack’s assistance when building out a team. ”

Sonya Lu - Associate, Sustainability Strategy and ESG, Cundall

“Jack is a very professional recruiter. I was able to develop my career through the opportunities I got with him. Jack's strong relationships with different companies, employers and employees, really gives him the advantage to provide the best matches for everyone involved. If you are a business looking for a candidate or if you are looking for a relocation in the market, be sure that Jack will point you to the right direction. ”

Lucas Furtado, Digital Engineering Leader - Mirvac

“Very Professional and Knowledgeable Team !!”

Deepak Dawatt, Senior Fire Services Engineer - Stantec

“I had the opportunity to work with Gareth from Connexus Recruitment. Gareth is a highly skilled recruiters in building services and was able to set up 5 interviews with well-known building services consultants in just a few days. ”

James Ram, Fire Services Engineer - S4B Studios

“Gareth was excellent, got me three interviews in a week and resulted inthree offers. Highly recommend.”

Andrej Radosavljevic, Mechanical Engineer - SCP

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