Exhibitions & Events Structural Engineer

The Designer Advertising & Publishing

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Designer Advertising & Publishing (DNA) is seeking a skilled Structural Engineer with strong experience in exhibition stands and event structures in Abu Dhabi. You will design, calculate, and inspect temporary installations ensuring safety and compliance with UAE regulations.

The role covers design, calculations, shop drawings, site inspections, and coordination with project teams to deliver safe, buildable stands on time.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
3-5 years of relevant experience in exhibition stands, events, temporary structures, fabrication, or interior fit-out.
Strong knowledge of structural design and engineering principles.
Experience with steel and aluminium structures preferred.
Ability to read and prepare structural/shop drawings.
Knowledge of UAE construction and temporary-structure requirements.
Strong communication and coordination skills.
Willingness to attend site inspections, night installations, weekends, and event build-ups.
UAE experience and knowledge of major exhibition venues advantageous.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review structural designs, drawings, and engineering calculations for temporary and exhibition structures.
Design and verify structures made from steel, aluminium, timber, MDF, and other construction materials.
Perform calculations for dead loads, live loads, wind loads, stability, deflection, and structural capacity.
Review shop drawings and ensure designs comply with approved structural requirements.
Check structural connections, supports, anchoring, bracing, base plates, and fixing details.
Provide practical engineering solutions to support fabrication and installation teams.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Designers, Draftsmen, Fabricators, Carpenters, and Site Supervisors.
Conduct site inspections during installation, modification, and dismantling.
Verify that the structure is installed according to approved drawings and calculations.
Identify structural risks and recommend corrective actions where required.
Review proposed site modifications and confirm their structural suitability.
Prepare structural calculation reports, technical submissions, and certification documents.
Coordinate with consultants, venues, contractors, and relevant authorities for structural approvals.
Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, venue requirements, engineering standards, and HSE requirements.
Support the preparation of method statements and risk assessments for structural works.
Provide technical guidance to fabrication and installation teams.
Ensure projects are completed safely, accurately, and within the required schedule.