Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

“AECOM fosters a great culture where alignment between people and projects leads to outstanding outcomes."- Colin Rossetti, Sector Director, ANZ

Come grow with us

AECOM partners with mining and industrial clients focused on achieving zero emissions and optimising production while reducing costs. With a global presence and local leadership, we manage risks and prioritise safety, sustainability, and community expectations. Our services cover the entire project lifecycle—from concept, design, engineering, and project management to commissioning, operations, and decommissioning. We support clients in both greenfield and brownfield mining and minerals processing, helping them adapt to climate change and implement technologies that reduce environmental impact as they work toward net-zero emissions and support low-emissions technologies.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Structural Designer with a minimum of 10 years of extensive experience in Materials Handling Projects to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced technical expertise in AutoCAD, Advanced Steel for Steel structures design & Revit only for concrete design in addition familiarity with Inventor, Plant 3D & NAVISWORKS or other 3D modelling software being highly desirable. This role requires a self-motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and can work independently to deliver high-quality design solutions.

• Develop detailed structural designs and drawings for materials handling projects using AutoCAD and Advanced Steel & Revit
• Create and manage 3D models for steel structures & concrete, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications
• Participate in design reviews, providing technical input and ensuring alignment with project goals
• Proactively identify design challenges and propose innovative solutions.

How you’ll make a difference

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including engineers and other designers, to deliver cohesive and coordinated project outcomes
• Participate in design reviews, providing technical input and ensuring 
  alignment with project goals
• Take ownership of assigned tasks, working independently to deliver results with minimal supervision
• Proactively identify design challenges and propose innovative solutions.

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.

The qualities that help you thrive

• Diploma or degree in Structural Design, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Advanced Steel for structural design and detailin
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural design, specifically in materials handling projects
• Certification or training in AutoCAD, Advanced Steel, or other relevant design 
  tools is an advantage.

Why join us

• Work across large scale underground and heavy industry projects with Tier 1 clients
• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

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 the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.