Principal Maritime Engineer at KBR, Inc.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Structural Design, Maritime Engineering, Project Management, Technical Reporting, Client Liaison, Mentoring, Proposal Development, Compliance, Team Leadership, Concrete, Steel, Timber, Engineering Materials, Maritime Analysis Software, Australian Standards, Quality Systems

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Title: Principal Maritime Engineer Are you a seasoned structural engineer with a passion for maritime infrastructure? This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join one of the most talented and respected engineering teams in Australia. Working within our National Maritime Team you will lead the design and delivery of complex maritime and coastal engineering projects across Australia and beyond. About the Role We’re seeking a Principal Maritime Structural Engineer to take charge of structural design and engineering services for maritime structures including wharves, jetties, piers, and coastal infrastructure. You’ll work on high-impact projects, lead multidisciplinary teams, and provide expert guidance to engineers and designers. This is a senior leadership role where your technical expertise, project management skills, and strategic thinking will shape the future of maritime engineering in our organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead structural design for maritime projects using concrete, steel, timber, and engineered materials. Manage small to medium-sized projects or lead engineering teams on large multidisciplinary projects. Prepare and verify design calculations using tools like SPACE GASS, Strand7, and OPTIMOOR. Develop technical reports, specifications, and contract documentation. Mentor and supervise junior engineers and designers. Liaise with clients, authorities, and consultants to ensure project success. Contribute to proposals, bids, and business development activities. Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and company quality systems. About You You’re a highly experienced maritime structural engineer who brings deep technical knowledge, leadership capability, and a collaborative mindset. You’ll thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise makes a real impact. You’ll have: A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. 20+ years of experience in maritime structural engineering, including design and remediation of wharves, jetties, marinas, seawalls, pontoons, and port infrastructure. Strong capability in structural/maritime analysis software (ideally Strand7, SPACE GASS, OPTIMOOR). Proven experience managing projects and preparing proposals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly. Eligibility for Chartered Professional Membership (IEAust) and RPEQ accreditation (or ability to obtain within a set timeframe). A solid understanding of the maritime engineering industry and its commercial/consulting environments. A proactive, independent work style with the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams. About us KBR’s Infrastructure Solutions business works with customers across the nation to plan, design and deliver smarter, safer and more sustainable infrastructure to meet the demands of the future for all Australians. We’re a team of over 1300 who deliver engineering, science and technology solutions across the water, transport, energy, sustainability, resources and defence sectors. Please click the link below to learn more about Infrastructure Solutions Australia and the markets that we operate in. Contents - Who we are The perks Industry leading salaries, reviewed annually The opportunity to accrue an additional 8 hours of time off every 4 weeks Salary packaging and Novated leases Salary continuance (Income protection) Paid Professional Membership Fees Life/Health insurance discounts Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time) End of trip facilities Employee Stock Purchase Plans Paid parental leave Personal Career development plans Growth and promotion opportunities Our people are the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to creating work environments in which every member of our team of teams feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, and where each person is given opportunities to belong, connect and grow. #LI-DNP #LI-DNI #S-DNI KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver. 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Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of complex maritime and coastal engineering projects. Manage projects and provide expert guidance to engineers and designers.