Design Technician / Junior Engineer - Foundations …, Queensland

Overview We are currently partnering with a well-established and growing engineering consultancy to recruit a Design Technician / Junior Engineer specialising in residential foundations and retaining structures. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior to intermediate candidate looking to build their career in a supportive, technically focused environment, with exposure to a strong pipeline of residential projects. The Role Working as part of an experienced design team, you will be responsible for delivering foundation (slab/footing) and retaining wall design and documentation across a range of residential projects. This role offers a robust blend of technical design and CAD drafting, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy both detailed documentation and engineering problem‑solving. Responsibilities
- Preparation of foundation and footing design documentation
- Design and detailing of retaining wall systems
- Interpretation of architectural and structural drawings
- Utilisation of AutoCAD and internal design tools/software
- Applying relevant Australian Standards and design principles
- Reviewing soil reports and understanding their impact on design
- Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Managing workflow and contributing to overall team delivery
- Liaising with internal teams and responding to client enquiries About You We are open to a range of backgrounds, including both junior engineers and experienced drafters/design technicians. You May Bring
- 2+ years' experience in structural, civil, or foundation design (ideal) OR strong AutoCAD/drafting experience within the construction industry
- Exposure to residential construction or engineering projects
- Understanding of footings, slabs, or retaining wall systems
- Basic knowledge of soil conditions and foundation behaviour
- Ability to read and interpret building plans and drawings
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learnCandidates from site-based roles looking to transition into a design-focused position are also encouraged to apply. Qualifications
- Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical Engineering or Building Design
- Or Equivalent Industry Experience What's On Offer
- Salary between $70,000
- $85,000 + Super (depending on experience)
- Solid mentoring and training environment
- Exposure to a variety of residential projects
- Stable, growing business with long-term opportunities
- One day per week work‑from‑home flexibility (post onboarding)
- Supportive team culture with a focus on development #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r7gsg