We are hiring - Senior Structural Engineer
Applications now open - email jenmarsh@pocketeng.co.nz
We are looking for a sharp-minded, confident, sociable person who wants to join a tight-knit team and work on a variety of high-quality and challenging structural engineering projects across New Zealand.
Project Engineer
Christchurch
Full Time
40hrs per week (Monday to Friday)
About Pocket
Pocket is a consulting structural engineering practice that was formed with the specific aim of working with good imaginative architects and designers. The practice was established in 2017 with a clear vision to design elegant engineering solutions, produce clear and well presented drawings, sketches and calculations, and provide a high-quality and enthusiastic service. Our work covers a wide range, both in size and type. Projects vary from minor alterations and extensions, to large new buildings using the most recent developments in materials and construction techniques. Since our inception, the practice has grown to a team of twelve and works with many award winning architects and designers on projects across New Zealand.
Pocket Studio, August 2025
The Pocket team is diverse with a wide range of cultural backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints represented across the business. We are young, creative and design-led. We have placed collaboration at the heart of everything we do by cultivating an environment where the skills and opinions of all team members are afforded importance. This has led to a highly fulfilling and rewarding place to work.
Pocket Studio, August 2025
What we offer
As a valued part of our team you will experience the following key benefits:
- A competitive salary
- Quarterly bonus scheme
- A great work/rest balance
- A vibrant office environment with a great sense of cohesion and teamwork
- Regular free barista coffees
- Regular free lunches to celebrate team wins and key events
- Amazing social culture
- Outstanding training
- Buddy system to get you up to speed when you start
- Twice daily contact time with senior experienced team members
- Vibrant central Christchurch location
Pocket Team Birthday celebrations September 2022
Requirements
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree (or equivalent)
- 4+ years relevant industry experience
- Visa that entitles you to work in NZ
- Valid NZ Drivers Licence
Personal Skills and Interests
- Able to prioritise workload, juggle a variety of tasks at once, and work effectively within a team.
- Great budget awareness and management, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- A flexible, positive approach and the ability to work as part of a team in a busy, creative atmosphere.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with people at all levels.
- Can do attitude with a drive for success.
- A keen interest in architecture and design.
- Good communication skills and a collaborative approach.
Get in touch
If you are interested to find out more about this role please email a copy of your CV and Covering Letter to Jen Marsh at the following email address jenmarsh@pocketeng.co.nz.
We very much look forward to hearing from you