" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003ePrincipal Engineer\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18409\"\u003e Housing \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18411\"\u003e Brisbane \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18412\"\u003e Full-time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 21/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet the technical standard for Housing across Queensland\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrengthen client relationships and help grow the Queensland business\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe the senior technical voice on complex residential and building engineering de\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy this role matters\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e At Intrax Housing, we deliver residential and building engineering solutions for volume builders, developers and private clients across Queensland. As our Housing team continues to grow, we need a Principal Engineer who can provide technical leadership, strengthen engineering capability and help the team make confident, informed technical decisions.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As a Principal Engineer, you\u0027ll set and embed technical standards, design principles and review practices across the Queensland Housing team. You\u0027ll help build scalable technical governance, develop future technical leaders and operate credibly with builders, developers, certifiers and senior client stakeholders.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0027d do\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet and embed technical standards, design principles and review practices across the Queensland Housing team.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide senior technical review and certification on complex or higher-risk work, while developing certification and review capability across the team.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead or oversee complex and higher-risk residential and building engineering matters, supporting key design decisions while engineers retain day-to-day project ownership.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide technical direction and act as a senior escalation point for complex, unusual or higher-risk engineering matters.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoach engineers through complex decisions, building technical judgement, accountability and capability across the team.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild trusted client relationships, understand client drivers and provide practical technical advice that creates value and supports long-term partnerships.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove technical governance, design standards, review processes and knowledge sharing to lift quality, consistency and capability across the team.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify opportunities, support proposals and client conversations, and use technical expertise to help retain and grow work in the Queensland market.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide senior technical input on complex or specialist matters where required.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you bring\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e We\u0027re looking for a technically strong engineer who can lead by example and help others do their best work. Ideally, you\u0027ll bring:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e10+ years\u0027 experience in structural engineering, with a strong background in residential and building engineering.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegistered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ), or eligibility to obtain registration.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRPEQ, or the ability to obtain RPEQ, with Chartered status or equivalent highly regarded.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong working knowledge of the National Construction Code, Australian Standards (including AS 2870) and Queensland building requirements.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with site classifications, footing and slab design, and residential structural documentation.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven ability to lead, mentor and develop engineers and support staff.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong communication and relationship-building skills with builders, developers, certifiers and Councils.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA collaborative mindset with a focus on quality, continuous improvement and practical outcomes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBachelor of Civil or Structural Engineering, or equivalent, from a recognised tertiary institution.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat sets you apart and what you will get\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis role will suit someone who takes pride in getting the technical detail right, enjoys developing others and wants to help shape a growing Housing team in Queensland.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sets you apart\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou make informed decisions on complex matters, balancing technical risk, compliance, practicality, client outcomes, program, cost and commercial impact.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou build trust quickly with clients, builders and colleagues.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou combine technical rigour with strong commercial judgement, understanding how design decisions affect risk, cost, program and client outcomes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou communicate clearly, including when explaining technical detail to non-technical stakeholders.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou actively support the growth of engineers around you through coaching and feedback.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will get\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA visible technical leadership role in a growing Queensland Housing team.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to a broad mix of residential and building engineering work.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport from experienced state and national engineering leaders.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRoom to influence technical standards, team capability and client relationships.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to broaden your influence through technical leadership, capability development, strategic client relationships and the continued growth of Queensland Housing.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Intrax\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Our mission is simple: Create. Inspire. Grow. No matter your background, career stage or aspirations, you\u0027ll have the opportunity to shape your own path while working on meaningful projects with people who care about quality, technical excellence and client outcomes.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessional development and leadership programs\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport for further education and professional memberships, including RPEQ\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible and hybrid working arrangements\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUp to four weeks purchased annual leave\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e12 weeks paid primary carer leave and four weeks paid secondary carer leave\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVolunteer leave\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHealth and wellbeing initiatives\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployee Assistance Program\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAt Intrax, we value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more about Intrax: \u003c/strong\u003ewww.intrax.com.au \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2004294\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "