Design Engineer

Client of Alliance Recruitment Agency; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Design Engineer to optimize design calculations and engineering drawings. In this pivotal role, you will ensure design quality, supervise construction activities, and propose innovative, cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil or structural engineering, coupled with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to professional ethics. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to impactful projects and drive excellence in engineering design.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of design experience required.
• Proficiency in design software and tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and verify design calculations and engineering drawings.
• Supervise fabrication and construction activities on-site.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Technical Proficiency in Structural Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Design Software

Spreadsheet Software

Job description

The Design Engineer will be responsible for the preparation, verification, and optimization of design calculations and engineering drawings as per project specifications, codes, and guidelines. The role involves ensuring the quality of designs, supervision of fabrication and construction activities, and proposing cost-effective technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Study project inputs and identify discrepancies, reporting them to the Lead Engineer with detailed explanations.
2. Prepare design calculations according to project specifications, codes, and design guidelines.
3. Create connection designs and sketches for given loads.
4. Verify engineering drawings to ensure correct interpretation of design details.
5. Develop spreadsheets for repetitive calculations and validate them with manual computations.
6. Propose alternative, cost-effective technical solutions and recommend suitable construction materials.
7. Supervise construction and fabrication activities through random site/yard visits and document observations.

Key Performance Indicators:

1. Accuracy and quality of design calculations and outputs.
2. Timely completion of design deliverables.
3. Identification and resolution of input discrepancies.
4. Effectiveness of cost-saving technical proposals.
5. Proper verification and validation of engineering drawings and calculations.
6. Detailed and insightful site visit reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering (preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of design experience.
• Knowledge of fabrication and erection activities.

Special Skills Required:

• Proficiency in design software and tools.
• Spreadsheet development and manual calculation validation.
• Awareness of construction materials and technical alternatives.

Personal Attributes:

• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical skills to interpret and clarify specifications.
• Positive 'can-do' attitude and professional demeanor.
• Willingness to learn and maintain professional ethics.
• Presence of mind and practical problem-solving abilities.

Competencies:

1. Technical proficiency in structural design.
2. Ingenuity in proposing cost-effective solutions.
3. Commitment to professional ethics and work standards.
4. Effective supervision and coordination skills.