Senior Principal Engineer
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We’re looking for a highly experienced and Chartered Senior Principal Engineer to provide technical leadership across a range of complex structural and temporary works projects.
In this senior role, you’ll work closely with our National Lead, project teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure practical, buildable, and cost-effective design outcomes that enhance site productivity and safety.
You’ll be part of Downer’s Infrastructure Delivery Business Unit, collaborating nationally with technical specialists and mentoring emerging engineers - strengthening Downer’s position as a leader in innovative and efficient structural design.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead by example, driving Zero Harm through operational excellence
- Lead and review designs for bridges, retaining walls, low-rise buildings, and temporary works (e.g. propping, scaffolding, crane platforms, and formwork)
- Provide expert technical input during design, tendering, and delivery phases to ensure constructability, safety, and cost efficiency
- Identify and implement innovation opportunities in materials, technology, and construction methods
- Manage internal and external design teams, ensuring design integrity, quality, and compliance with project specifications and standards
- Lead the development of temporary works designs on complex build-only projects
- Support site teams through construction monitoring, inspection test plans, and quality assurance
- Mentor and coach junior engineers, graduates, and cadets to build technical capability across the business
- Represent Downer within the wider industry, contributing to forums, technical groups, and thought leadership initiatives
Ngā pūkenga matua | About You
You’re a respected structural engineer who brings both deep technical knowledge and a practical understanding of construction. You’ll bring:
- A BE (Civil) or equivalent tertiary qualification in engineering
- Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status and membership with Engineers New Zealand (MEngNZ or FEngNZ)
- 15+ years’ experience in structural engineering, ideally across a variety of civil infrastructure projects
- Proven expertise in permanent and temporary works design and construction methodology
- Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgement, and an innovative mindset
- Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, collaboration, and stakeholder management
- Excellent communication and report writing skills
- A full Class 1 driver’s licence
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you’ll love working with us
At Downer, we’re more than just a construction company - we’re shaping New Zealand’s infrastructure for future generations. You’ll join a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
We offer:
- Opportunities to work on complex, nationally significant projects
- Access to Marram Health Care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- A culture that champions safety, sustainability, and excellence
- Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers
- All the tools of trade you need to do your job
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 732901.
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.
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