Structural Technologist (Bridges)
WSPStructural Technologist (Bridges) – Perth
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
WSP is growing our Bridges team in Perth. This opportunity suits a structural technologist/modeller/drafter who enjoys turning complex bridge designs into clear, buildable models and drawings and who values quality, safety and collaboration.
Working within our growing Bridges, Aviation and Roads team in Perth. You will work alongside talented professionals on iconic projects that drive future-ready solutions benefiting both clients and communities.
Role snapshot
- Location: Perth (flexible working available)
- Discipline: Bridges and transport structures (roads/rail)
- Level: All levels considered (from early-career to lead technologist)
- Delivery: 3D modelling, drawings, documentation, coordination and quality reviews
- Tools: Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation (and other structural modelling/drafting tools eg OpenBridge )
The opportunity
If you’re ready to make a real impact, we’re looking for passionate Structural Technologists/Modellers/Drafters to join our Bridges, Aviation and Roads team and help deliver future-ready solutions across Western Australia’s most exciting infrastructure projects.
You’ll work with our Bridges, Aviation and Roads team on major WA transport infrastructure—partnering with multidisciplinary specialists locally and drawing on WSP’s national and global expertise when it adds value.
What you’ll do
- Produce bridge and transport-structure models and drawings using Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation and other tools
- Develop and maintain high-quality 3D models, drawings and documentation
- Support delivery of bridge and transport-infrastructure projects from concept through detailed design
- Coordinate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to resolve design and documentation issues early
- Apply Safety in Design principles and contribute to quality assurance processes and reviews
- Work to Australian Standards and WA client requirements (including Main Roads WA and PTA)
Depending on your experience, you may also
- Develop parametric models and automation processes
- Undertake site inspections (as required) and support construction-phase queries
- Review models and drawings, ensuring consistency, constructability and compliance
- Support and develop other technologists, fostering a culture of technical excellence
- Promote innovation and digital delivery, including effective use of 3D modelling tools
- Contribute to knowledge sharing, continuous improvement and internal mentoring
What you’ll bring
Must have
- Diploma or degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
- Demonstrated experience in bridge/transport-structure modelling and documentation within a consulting or infrastructure delivery environment
- Capability in Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation (or similar), including model management, drawing production and coordination
- Knowledge of Australian Standards and WA client requirements (including Main Roads WA and PTA), with experience applying them on live projects
- Strong attention to detail and quality, with a practical problem-solving mindset
- Strong collaborative communication skills and an ability to work effectively within project teams
- Ability to work autonomously on allocated modelling and documentation packages
Nice to have
- Parametric modelling and automation experience
- Basic scripting/programming skills (e.g., Dynamo, Python) to improve workflows
- Construction-phase support experience (RFIs, markups, as-builts and coordination)
- A positive, team-first attitude with a passion for technical excellence and innovation.
- Great communication skills and a drive to make a difference.
Why WSP
- Work on meaningful WA transport projects with real community impact
- Join a well-established, growing Perth Transport team with strong local clients
- Access national and global technical specialists to support complex challenges
- Flexible working arrangements and clear development pathways
- A collaborative culture that invests in mentoring, development and wellbeing
If you’re excited by technically challenging bridge work and want to build great models and documentation that support safe, constructible outcomes, we’d like to hear from you. Please include your CV and a brief cover note outlining your bridges/transport structures experience and your right to work in Australia.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 83,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and well-being of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.
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