Structural Design Engineer

Genius HRTech Limited; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering and fabrication organization in the UAE is seeking a Structural Steel Design Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing and designing hot-rolled structural steel systems, ensuring compliance with local authority standards, and coordinating with site and detailing teams. Applicants should have 7-10 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in structural steel design (hot-rolled).
• Strong exposure to industrial and commercial steel structures.
• Familiarity with authority submission processes in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design hot-rolled structural steel systems.
• Coordinate with site teams to ensure compliance.
• Prepare design calculations and technical reports.

Skills

Structural steel design

Fabrication detailing

Structural analysis

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Master’s Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Job description

Our client is a growing engineering and fabrication organization delivering complex industrial and commercial steel structures across the UAE.

We are looking for a Structural Steel Design Engineer who is technically strong, detail-driven, and experienced in delivering high-quality steel design solutions in line with international codes and local authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• The candidate will be responsible for the analysis, design, and design support of hot-rolled structural steel systems including pipe racks, platforms, buildings, canopies, and industrial facilities.
• The role involves close coordination with detailing, fabrication, and site teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant designs from concept to execution.
• Perform structural analysis and design of steel structures using AISC, BS EN, and Eurocode.
• Prepare design calculations, load assessments, connection designs, and technical reports.
• Review and approve fabrication and connection drawings prepared by detailing teams.
• Coordinate with architectural, MEP, and civil teams for interface and load transfer requirements.
• Carry out design checks for lifting, erection, and temporary structures.
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, and other local authorities.
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and technical meetings.
• Provide engineering support during fabrication, erection, and site execution.
• Maintain compliance with company quality, safety, and sustainability standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering (Master’s Degree is an advantage).
• Valid UAE Society of Engineers membership or eligibility for registration.
• Dubai Municipality–approved Structural Engineer status is preferred.

Required Skills

• 7–10 years of experience in structural steel design (hot-rolled).
• Strong exposure to industrial and commercial steel structures (pipe racks, platforms, mezzanines, canopies, plant buildings, etc.).
• Experience working with fabrication shops and connection detailing.
• Familiarity with authority submission and approval processes (DM, Trakhees, Emaar, ADNOC, etc.).
• UAE or GCC project experience is highly preferred.