Prinicipal Structural Engineer

Work on Melbourne’s landmark Suburban Rail Loop East project

KBR, as part of the Linewide Alliance, is proud to be awarded the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East Linewide Alliance contract. SRL is a city-shaping infrastructure project that will transform how people live and move around Melbourne. The 90km orbital rail line will connect every major train line, link key precincts, and support vibrant communities. SRL East, the first stage, will deliver 26km of twin underground tunnels and six new stations between Cheltenham and Box Hill, enabling 70,000 new homes near public transport, jobs, schools, and services. It will create diverse, accessible communities shaped by local input, with upgraded open space, bike paths, and essential infrastructure.  

The Alliance, comprising John Holland, Alstom, RATP DEC, WSP, and KBR, will deliver The Linewide package of works, which includes tunnel fit-outs, rolling stock, and construction of depot and maintenance facilities. This package is critical to safe, efficient train operations and long-term performance across SRL East.  

KBR, alongside WSP as Designer Non-Owner Participant, is leading comprehensive design services and contributing to alliance management. Our infrastructure design scope includes track, overhead line equipment, drainage and overland flow, civil works, tunnel portals, building structures and services, HV and LV power systems, cable containment, systems integration and safety assurance, ensuring seamless delivery across the corridor.  

The Opportunity 

As part of the Suburban Rail Loop Alliance we are looking for enthusiastic and delivery focused individuals to help deliver the project and keep Victoria moving. During this exciting growth period we have an opportunity for a Principal Structural Engineer to join our team. Our work on the alliance shows a visionary approach to re-thinking the design of heavy rail infrastructure 

Whilst this position will initially join the SRLA, this is a permanent role with KBR which opens a door to working on other iconic infrastructure projects nationally. 

Responsibilities: 

Your responsibilities will be included but are not limited to: 

• Plan, schedule and execute structural engineering design through evaluating and adapting engineering techniques, procedures and standards 

• Manage complex features including conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and difficult coordination assignments 

• Consider all commercial, cost, legal and safety requirements in design specifications 

• Guidance and mentorship of junior engineers, designers and drafters 

About you: 

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in structural engineering with experience in infrastructure projects working and ideally within a multi-disciplinary environment along with the following: 

• Excellent communication skills 

• A creative approach to thinking 

• Design detail focus  

• A demonstrated appreciation for Engineering solutions  

• A background in project coordination and stakeholder engagement  

Why join KBR?  

At KBR, we partner with our clients and delivery partners to deliver exceptional outcomes — driven by collaboration, technical excellence and our One Team approach.  

With nearly 2,000 employees across Australia, we offer:  

• Access to iconic projects in Transport, Energy and Defence.  

• Genuine opportunities for professional development, certification and career progression.  

• A collaborative, people‑first culture where you are valued and supported.  

• Flexible work arrangements and work/life balance.  

• National career pathways and exposure to multidisciplinary teams.  

Join a team where people matter, your expertise is respected, and your work directly shapes critical Australian infrastructure.  

KBR Values:  

Our KBR Values - We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, We Are a Team of Teams - embody our people centric organisation.  

Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey.   

Help shape tomorrow by applying today!