Structural Engineer

We’re looking for a driven Structural Engineer to join our Christchurch team and help deliver a diverse range of commercial and industrial projects. This is a great opportunity to take ownership early in your career - leading projects and managing client relationships while developing toward a senior engineering role.

About Us

At Babbage, you’ll join a highly capable Christchurch-based Structural Engineering team alongside our civil, geotechnical, building services and environmental specialists. As one of New Zealand’s few remaining large NZ owned multidisciplinary consultancies, we foster an environment of diversity in everything we do - from projects and experiences to people and cultural backgrounds.

Your Role

You’ll lead projects from concept through to delivery (with final sign-off via a senior engineer), building strong client relationships and supporting the team’s continued growth. You’ll be trusted to run jobs independently while being backed by a team that’s supportive, ambitious, and values learning, development, and having fun along the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Structural design and delivery on commercial and industrial projects
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and client expectations
• Supporting junior team members and working closely alongside experienced Technicians
• Communicating confidently with clients, architects, contractors, and other consultants
• Taking initiative to solve problems and deliver high-quality engineering outcomes

What You’ll Bring

• A self-starter with 4+ years’ structural engineering experience
• Ambition to work toward CPEng registration with Engineering New Zealand
• Strong technical capability across steel, concrete, and timber structures
• Confident communication skills and a willingness to build client relationships
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
• Someone who enjoys being part of a fun, flexible, and growth-minded team

Why Babbage?

You’ll work on technically challenging projects across Christchurch and the wider South Island in a collaborative and supportive environment. With a strong focus on practical experience, innovation, and professional growth, your work will make a real impact for our clients and communities.

Plus:

• Exposure to multiple engineering disciplines and the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders
• Guidance and support toward CPEng registration (Engineering NZ)
• A fun and active social team where colleagues are mates
• Clear career progression pathways, including long-term employee shareholding opportunities
• A competitive salary and benefits package

To apply, click on the appropriate link provided - or alternatively get in touch with Lucy Lyttelton in Babbage's Talent Acquisition team.

Please note only applicants with valid NZ resident visas will be considered.