Principal Maritime Engineer
Kbr, Inc.
Provides engineering, procurement, construction and technology solutions to government and industry worldwide.
Lead design & delivery of maritime structures, manage teams & projects
16 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
38,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Construction services
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Science
Technology
Engineering
Sustainability
Space Systems
Military Aircraft
Energy Industry
Government Solutions
Role
Description
client liaison
design calculations
technical reporting
structural design
project management
standards compliance
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.
- Liaise with clients, authorities, and consultants to ensure project success.
- Prepare and verify design calculations using tools like SPACE GASS, Strand7, and OPTIMOOR.
- Develop technical reports, specifications, and contract documentation.
- Manage small to medium-sized projects or lead engineering teams on large multidisciplinary projects.
- Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and company quality systems.
- Mentor and supervise junior engineers and designers.
- Lead structural design for maritime projects using concrete, steel, timber, and engineered materials.
- Contribute to proposals, bids, and business development activities.
Requirements
strand7
space gass
chartered
rpeq
20+ years
project management
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.
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.
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.
- A solid understanding of the maritime engineering industry and its commercial/consulting environments.
- Strong capability in structural/maritime analysis software (ideally Strand7, SPACE GASS, OPTIMOOR).
- Proven experience managing projects and preparing proposals.
- Eligibility for Chartered Professional Membership (IEAust) and RPEQ accreditation (or ability to obtain within a set timeframe).
- 20+ years of experience in maritime structural engineering, including design and remediation of wharves, jetties, marinas, seawalls, pontoons, and port infrastructure.
- A proactive, independent work style with the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
Benefits
BRISBANE - RELOCATION OPPORTUNITY!!
- The opportunity to accrue an additional 8 hours of time off every 4 weeks
- Life/Health insurance discounts
- Salary packaging and Novated leases
- End of trip facilities
- Growth and promotion opportunities
- Industry leading salaries, reviewed annually
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Personal Career development plans
- Paid Professional Membership Fees
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time)
- Salary continuance (Income protection)
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1901
Century-long legacy
The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.
S&P 400 Rank
Selective public index membership
Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.
Multi-billion USD
Annual revenue scale
Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.
- Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
- Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
- Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
- Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
- Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
- Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.
Culture + Values
- We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
- We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
- We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
- We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
- We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.
Environment + Sustainability
Carbon Neutrality in 2019
Achievement
The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.
Net-Zero by 2030
Target
The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.
AAA ESG Rating
Recognition
Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.
America’s Climate Leaders
Recognition
The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.
- Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
- Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
- Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).
Inclusion & Diversity
33% board female
Gender Diversity on Board
Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.
33% female leadership
Leadership Team Diversity
Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.
- Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.
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