Structural Design Engineer – AECOM Middle East – Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
This Structural Design Engineer role supports the delivery of complex commercial, residential, and mixed‑use projects across Dubai. The position focuses on advanced structural design, multidisciplinary coordination, and producing efficient, safe, and code‑compliant engineering solutions aligned with AECOM's global standards.
Job Details
- Country: UAE
- City: Dubai
- Industry: Civil Engineering
- Function: Structural
- Salary: 12,000–16,000 monthly (Market estimated)
- Gender: Any
- Candidate Nationality: Any
- Job Type: Full‑time
Key Responsibilities
- Develop structural designs for commercial, residential, and mixed‑use developments
- Perform advanced structural analysis and calculations to verify safety and efficiency
- Use structural engineering software to optimize design outcomes
- Coordinate structural work with architectural, MEP, and other design disciplines
- Ensure compliance with UAE, regional, and international building codes
- Prepare and review reports, calculations, and construction documentation
- Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and sustainable engineering practices
- Ensure seismic design requirements are addressed in all structural systems
- Support project teams during design development and technical reviews
- Participate in site visits as required
Ideal Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- 4–7 years of experience in structural engineering, preferably on complex projects
- Strong proficiency in SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro, AutoCAD, and related tools
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills
- Experience with seismic design and sustainable building practices
- Excellent communication and technical writing ability
- In‑depth knowledge of regional building codes and global design standards
- Ability to work effectively in diverse, multicultural teams
- Willingness to travel for site coordination as needed
Skills Set
- Structural analysis and modeling
- Load calculations and code compliance
- Multidisciplinary design coordination
- Technical documentation and reporting
- Seismic design expertise
- Sustainable engineering principles
- CAD and structural modeling software proficiency
Why Join Us
- Work on high‑profile and complex building engineering projects across Dubai
- Collaborate with global experts and leading design teams
- Access continuous professional development and structured career growth
- Contribute to sustainable, future‑focused engineering solutions