Associate Structural Engineer

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,120 - 122,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong learning environment with mentorship

Career development in structural design and project execution

Exposure to major offshore and onshore projects

Job summary

Mc Dermott is seeking an Associate Structural Engineer to support structural engineering activities in Dubai, UAE. This role offers a strong opportunity to learn industry standards and project delivery practices while working closely with senior engineers.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering and 0-3 years of relevant experience. The role involves performing engineering calculations, supporting project execution, and contributing to design quality.

Qualifications

• 0 to 3 years of experience in the oil and gas industry or related engineering sectors.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical engineering skills.
• Good English communication skills in writing and speaking.
• Familiarity with engineering standards, codes, and structural design methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural design engineering, analysis, and calculations for routine project tasks.
• Prepare clear and accurate design calculations, engineering reports, and technical procedures.
• Complete assigned work under close supervision while meeting project deadlines and quality expectations.
• Gain understanding of project scope, specifications, schedules, and inter-discipline requirements.
• Provide engineering support to fabrication, construction, and project execution teams.

Skills

Structural engineering fundamentals

Detailed design calculations

Structural analysis support

Material Take-Off preparation

Drafting and design review

Vendor data review

Engineering documentation

Subcontract documentation support

HSE compliance awareness

Multidisciplinary project coordination

Quality control and reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Snapshot

• Role: Associate Structural Engineer
• Location: Dubai, UAE
• Industry: Oil and Energy
• Function: Civil and Structural Engineering
• Experience: 0-3 Years
• Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Oil and Energy
• Function: Civil and Structural Engineering
• Salary: 7000-11000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Associate Structural Engineer is responsible for supporting structural engineering activities across design and project execution stages while learning industry standards, engineering methods, and project delivery practices. This role contributes to design quality, documentation accuracy, structural calculations, and technical support while working closely with senior engineers and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural design engineering, analysis, and calculations for routine project tasks
• Prepare clear and accurate design calculations, engineering reports, and technical procedures
• Complete assigned work under close supervision while meeting project deadlines and quality expectations
• Gain understanding of project scope, specifications, schedules, and inter-discipline requirements
• Perform computer analysis of structures designed by senior engineers under technical guidance
• Prepare structural design calculations and supporting documentation as required
• Perform engineering checks of drafting and review design outputs for accuracy
• Apply project specifications, standards, and engineering codes during calculations and design tasks
• Prepare material take-offs for primary structures under supervision
• Provide engineering support to fabrication, construction, and project execution teams
• Assist in preparation of subcontract documentation and technical support files
• Review vendor data and technical submissions with support from experienced colleagues

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering, preferably Civil or Structural Engineering
• 0 to 3 years of experience in the oil and gas industry or related engineering sectors
• Preferably Registered Engineer in Training or member of a professional engineering society
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical engineering skills
• Good English communication skills in writing and speaking
• Familiarity with engineering standards, codes, and structural design methods
• Strong attention to quality, HSE, TQM, and cost-conscious project delivery
• Flexible and supportive team player with adaptability across departments and project locations

Skills Set

• Structural engineering fundamentals
• Detailed design calculations
• Structural analysis support
• Material Take-Off preparation
• Drafting and design review
• Vendor data review
• Engineering documentation
• Subcontract documentation support
• HSE compliance awareness
• Multidisciplinary project coordination
• Quality control and reporting

Why Join Us

• Excellent opportunity to start and grow your structural engineering career with a global EPC leader
• Exposure to major offshore and onshore oil and gas infrastructure projects
• Strong learning environment with mentorship from senior engineering professionals
• Career development in structural design, analysis, and project executionWork on high-impact projects supporting the future of sustainable global energy infrastructure