Lead Civil and Structural Engineer

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead Civil and Structural Engineer to provide technical leadership on civil and structural projects in the Oil & Gas sector. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years' experience with a track record of delivering civil/structural design packages. Responsibilities include overseeing design integrity, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with standards. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a collaborative work environment focused on sustainability.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years in FEED and Detail Engineering in the Oil & Gas industry.
• ADNOC EPC/PMC experience preferred.
• Demonstrated track record delivering civil/structural design packages.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for civil and structural engineering.
• Lead civil and structural design analysis for FEED and Detail Engineering.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Mentor junior civil/structural engineers.
• Support field construction and commissioning activities.

Skills

Civil and structural design analysis

Proficiency with structural analysis tools

Familiarity with FEED deliverables

Knowledge of relevant codes and standards

Ability to perform structural calculations

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering

Professional membership or relevant certifications

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

Job description

Lead Civil and Structural Engineer

KBR Corporate Inhouse Engineering

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE (KBR Office)

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Job Purpose

• Provide technical leadership for civil and structural engineering within FEED and Detail Engineering projects in the Oil & Gas sector.
• Define design bases codes standards and deliverables for civil and structural works to ensure safe reliable and cost-effective solutions.
• Oversee the integrity of buildings foundations supports offshore platforms and related structures throughout front-end and detailed design stages.
• Mentor engineers manage interfaces with other disciplines and ensure adherence to project schedules and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural design analysis and detailing for FEED and Detail Engineering.
• Develop and review design bases codes standards drawings specifications and datasheets for civil/structural works (foundations steel structures concrete steelwork supports access solutions and platforms).
• Perform and supervise structural analyses (RCC/steel finite element analysis as applicable) load calculations seismic/wind assessments and foundation design.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g. ACI AISC BS Eurocodes where applicable API RP ISO NFPA) and project-specific requirements.
• Coordinate interfaces with process mechanical piping electrical instrumentation and reliability disciplines; manage vendors subcontractors and third-party design reviews.
• Lead risk assessments related to civil/structural integrity (HAZOP/HAZID RAM LOPA) and participate in safety reviews.
• Review and approve technical deliverables (drawings bill of materials design change requests MOC/Change Notes technical queries).
• Mentor and develop junior civil/structural engineers; support staffing training and performance evaluations.
• Develop and manage execution plans man-hour estimates and budgets for civil/structural scope.
• Ensure QA/QC practices drawing standards material specifications and requisition packages.
• Support field construction commissioning and start-up activities; assist with as-built documentation and punch lists.
• Stay current with advances in civil/structural engineering and recommend value-added solutions.

Experience

• Experience: 15 years in FEED and Detail Engineering and EPCM experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• ADNOC EPC/PMC experience are highly preferred.
• Demonstrated track record delivering civil/structural design and construction-ready packages on FEED/detail projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering with a civil/structural focus.
• Professional membership or relevant certifications (e.g. PE/Chartered Engineer) are a plus.
• Certification related to structural integrity welding or geotechnical aspects is advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Strong background in civil and structural design analysis and detailing for oil & gas facilities.
• Proficiency with structural analysis tools (e.g. SAP2000 ETABS) and 3D modeling software.
• Familiarity with FEED deliverables MOC/Change control and document controls.
• Knowledge of codes and standards (ACI AISC Eurocode API RP ISO NFPA) relevant to civil/structural work.
• Experience with foundations (concrete steel piling) steel structures reinforced concrete seismic design and vibration considerations.
• Ability to perform structural calculations load combinations and safety reviews.
• Excellent analytical troubleshooting and decision-making abilities.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment with a commitment to safety and sustainability.