Principal Structural Engineer

Simpson Booth Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy engineering company is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to provide technical leadership across multi-disciplinary teams. The role involves ensuring engineering excellence, reviewing engineering documentation, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Engineering, chartered status or working towards it, and extensive experience in offshore or energy sectors, as well as proficiency in structural engineering software.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working toward chartership.
• Extensive engineering experience, preferably in offshore or energy sectors.
• Proven background in EPCI project delivery from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and coordination across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ensure engineering excellence from concept through to fabrication and installation.
• Review and approve engineering documentation, including calculations, drawings, and specifications.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Proficient in structural engineering software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or related)

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

STAAD

MathCAD

ABAQUS

AutoCAD

SIMSOLID

Job description

Our client is a leading energy engineering company delivering innovative design and execution solutions across offshore and energy transition projects.

The Role

Our client is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to provide technical leadership and coordination across multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring engineering excellence from concept through to fabrication and installation.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the subject matter expert for structural engineering, providing hands‑on technical expertise and ensuring project deliverables meet quality and safety standards.

Deliver assigned engineering outputs across multiple EPCI projects, coordinating with procurement, fabrication, and construction teams to achieve high‑quality results.

Review and approve engineering documentation, including calculations, drawings, and specifications.

Lead design reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes and client requirements (ASME, ISO, DNV, API, Eurocodes, etc.).

Collaborate across disciplines to ensure fully integrated and optimised designs.

Drive innovation through the adoption of new technologies, best practices, and digital engineering tools.

Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and collaboration.

Support risk assessments, cost control, and budget management within engineering activities.

Key Requirements

Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or related). Master’s degree preferred.

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working toward chartership with a recognised body (IMechE, ICE, IStructE, etc.).

Extensive engineering experience, preferably in offshore or energy sectors.

Proven background in EPCI project delivery from concept to completion.

Proficient in structural engineering software such as STAAD, MathCAD, ABAQUS, AutoCAD, SIMSOLID, or equivalent.

Strong understanding of design principles, industry standards, and construction methodologies.

Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.

Due to current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you are to consider your application unsuccessful at this time.