Junior Structural Engineer

econstruct; Dubai; On-site; AED 110,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Dubai is seeking a Junior Structural Engineer. The candidate will assist in project designs and perform structural calculations under the guidance of senior engineers. A Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering is essential, along with strong theoretical knowledge. The role requires teamwork, ability to work under pressure, and a willingness to learn. This position offers an excellent opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Up to 1 year of experience as a junior structural engineer in a consultancy firm.
• Open-minded with the ability to follow instructions and work under close supervision.
• Highly motivated and flexible in an environment with frequent changes in deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist other engineers in preparing project designs using the latest codes and standards.
• Perform structural design and calculations as directed by senior engineers.
• Prepare basic cost estimates, material take-off, and scheduling.

Skills

Theoretical engineering knowledge

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

About e.construct

e.construct is an engineering firm that specializes in providing elegant engineering solutions for complex challenges. e.construct is a fast-growing firm with 7 offices around the world. At our core, we question how the very nature of how to evolve the structures that we inhabit to increase their performance and value. Our work is driven by exceptional engineers from diverse disciplines working collaboratively in a truly holistic design process which generates high-performing systems.

e.construct designs structures such as bridges, high-rise design, commercial facilities design, precast concrete engineering, and post-tensioning design. We are a multi-disciplinary engineering design firm with specialized design and value engineering services. The firm's core work is holistic at its approach, and it has divisions in structural, MEP, Geotechnical, and emerging construction technology such as 3D printing of concrete, technology, and 3D laser scanning.

Responsibilities

• Assists other engineers in preparing project designs using the latest codes and standards.
• Performs structural design and calculations as directed by senior engineers.
• Use FEM design software, in-house spreadsheets and prepare manual calculation as required.
• Understand the limitations of software and can verify the software output.
• Prepares basic cost estimates, material take-off, and scheduling.
• Prepare reports, presentation as directed by senior engineers.
• Requests drafting staff to produce finished drawings from sketches and/or prepare structural drawings, sketches to a high standard.
• Follow company standards and procedures including design and checking.
• Performs other duties of similar nature and level as assigned.
• Exhibits a willingness to assist mid and senior level engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering.
• Up to 1 year of experience as a junior structural engineer in a consultancy firm.
• Has a strong theoretical engineering knowledge.
• Open-minded with the ability to follow instructions and work under close supervision.
• Able to work in a Team working environment.
• Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Is highly motivated and is willing to learn and meet new challenges.
• Is flexible in an environment with frequent changes in deadlines.