Group
Occupation
241234 Structural Engineer
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
241234 Structural Engineer
Analyses, calculates, and predicts the stability, strength, and rigidity of built structures, tests the behaviour and durability of materials used in their construction, and designs and supervises the construction of all types of structures.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Alternative title
- Structural Design Engineer
Specialisations
- Bridge Engineer
- Facade Engineer
- Tunnel Engineer
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Calculates pressures, loads, and stresses on structural foundations to ensure the safety of the construction
- Studies and analyses the strength of building materials to select and advise on the suitable ones for the construction
- Conducts structural inspections to evaluate the conditions and foundations and assess the structural integrity
- Uses computer models to simulate and predict the structure behaviour under varying conditions, such as high winds, flooding, or earthquakes
- Researches and improves construction techniques and structural designs