Design Engineer - Structural

Location: Dubai, Dubai, ae

Company Description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Job Description

Structural Design Engineer for Steel Structures will be responsible, but not limited to structurally design, plan and oversee the projects’ construction process. This individual is primarily focused on the structural design that is safe, functional and efficient, serving the purpose identified by the Client.

List of typical duties and responsibilities 

• Project technical assessment and design structural analysis to propose optimal solutions. 
• Preparation of structural calculation models in engineering software, design calculations and technical specifications. 
• Project value engineering. 
• Taking decisions related to the design issues. 
• Design input and advisory for the Project Manager/Engineer with coordination regarding the ongoing technical matters. 
• Reporting to the Department Manager in regards of the work progress. 
• Following up with the Project Consultant Engineers and the Resident Engineer. 
• Liaison and coordination with other designers, engineers and architects to produce technically, economically and aesthetically optimized design. 
• Working with geotechnical engineers to investigate ground conditions, analyse soil investigation results and in situ tests. 
• Providing expertise for structural assessment of the existing structures. Investigating existing structures for the purpose of technical survey in search of structural flaws and advisory how to improve their structural integrity. 
• Checking, analysis and comparison of requirements between contract specifications, B.O.Q. and drawings for the project technical study purpose and clarifications with the Consultant. 
• Attending meetings dedicated to the design related issues. 
• Supervising the drafting team for the timely preparation of shop drawings and other submittals. 
• Following up with Procurement Department, Suppliers and Subcontractors regarding material  suitability/availability for the design purpose and sup

Qualifications

• Qualification: Degree Qualified in Structural 
• Engineering with at least 5 years of experience in Steel Structure Engineering. 
• Familiar with Infrastructural and Industrial Steel Structures but also Special and 
• High-End Steel Structures of various purposes. 
• Skills: Knowledge and advanced command of the design engineering computer software packages for structural analysis, modeling and drawing drafting purposes – e.g., Midas, SAP2000, Staad Pro, IDEA StatiCa, Revit, AutoCAD and other engineering tools – knowledge of RFEM software package would be an advantage. 
• Experience and excellent understanding of best engineering practices, broad 
• technical and structural knowledge in design techniques, standards and guidelines. 
• Experienced with Eurocodes, the US and British design standards, as well as with 
• local engineering guidelines and design manuals. 
• Self-driven team player with organizational skills able to work independently. 
• Proficient in MS Office and very good computer skills – programming experience 
• would be an advantage. 
• Driving license. 
• Reports to Design Engineering Department Manager