Senior Bridge/Civil Structures - Engineer

Due to new project wins we are on the need for a Senior Bridge/Civil Structures Engineer.

About Us

BG&E is a civil and structural engineering consultancy celebrated for our innovative, award-winning designs that prioritise practicality and constructability. Now part of the SYSTRA Group, we continue our decades-long commitment to delivering high-quality technical expertise to our clients – proud to support the ambitious growth of a sustainable and resilient international company.  We partner with clients and stakeholders to challenge the status quo, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in engineering.

The Role

BG&E is looking to hire a Senior Bridge/Civil Structures Engineer to join our growing team. This role will see you delivering on a variety of projects,and joining an international bridge team of more than 350. If you are an enthusiastic and driven individual who is wanting to be part of a supportive team, then this is the role for you.

This position will be Auckland based.

Key Accountabilities

• Engaging with project team, clients, and external stakeholders to identify requirements and develop bridge engineering solutions.
• Developing bridge and civil structures engineering design solutions from concept design through to construction, maintenance, and closure.
• Undertaking analysis and design computations for a variety of bridge structures. This will involve familiarising yourself with our office practices and a range of design and construction techniques.
• Coordinating with other engineering disciplines and actively participating in interdisciplinary workshops and risk assessments.
• Visiting construction sites including site inspections and reports.
• Working with other engineers and drafters on the preparation of construction documents.
• Supporting projects and projects managing elements of projects.
• Ensuring that all work is undertaken in accordance with the appropriate legislation, corporate requirements, and systems.

About You

You will be a key component of the BG&E’s Bridge team and will strengthen the existing skills and capabilities to complement our other well-established disciplines. This role will see you delivering on a variety of projects. If you are an enthusiastic and driven individual who is wanting to be part of a supportive team, then this is the role for you.

As a successful professional senior engineer, you are expected to have:

• 8 years min experience with 4 years of local experience as a minimum.
• Rail structures, local council bridges experience is a must.
• NZTA and Temp works is a plus, as is Australian bridge design experience.
• Water structures experience is a plus.
• Relevant engineering qualifications and be a Chartered Engineer in New Zealand.
• Proven background as a Senior in bridge engineering design with an emphasis on road transport projects.
• Strong bridge and structural engineering technical skills.
• Experience in Bridge inspections, assessment, strengthening schemes.
• Proficient in use of software packages such as SBD, Midas, Strand7 etc.
• A creative thought process that results in pragmatic design options.

Life at BG&E

• Modern, collaborative offices that encourage connection, creativity, and wellbeing.
• Be part of friendly team who are aligned around shared values, open communication, and a genuine commitment to each other’s success.
• Flexible working arrangements aimed at achieving real work life balance.
• Health and wellbeing support via confidential EAP program.
• Competitive remuneration.
• Generous leave arrangements including a paid parental leave scheme
• On-the-job training and mentoring to help you be the best you can be, including leveraging BG&E’s global network of experts to help you realise your professional development goals

Wellbeing and Safety 

BG&E provides collaborative working environments, which supporting the safety and wellbeing of all employees and stakeholders. As an organisation, we strive to continually mitigate risks, and to improve our safety systems and performance. 

Diversity and Inclusion 

Equality is part of BG&E’s DNA. We value who you are – it begins with our values and continues through our culture – and is fostered throughout our workplaces. We recognise and celebrate difference and encourage our people and potential candidates to be comfortable in bringing your complete self to work.