Structural Engineer in Hydropower (m/f/x)
Fichtner
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Job summary
Fichtner is seeking a Structural Engineer in Hydropower to join our team in Stuttgart or Frankfurt. The role involves contributions to various engineering aspects of hydropower projects, including feasibility studies, design, and execution phases. Candidates should have a Master’s in Civil Engineering with over 10 years of relevant experience, particularly in hydropower projects.
The ideal candidate will be proficient in structural analysis and design, familiar with standards, and willing to travel. We offer modern infrastructure, comprehensive training, and corporate benefits.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience as a structural engineer in hydropower projects.
- Experience with finite element analysis and structural design software.
- Familiar with American and European design standards.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to civil/structural engineering aspects of hydropower projects.
- Review and comment on existing civil/structural designs.
- Conduct structural stability analysis of hydraulic structures.
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Job description
Since 1922, FICHTNER has been supporting exciting projects in the fields of energy, environment, renewable energies, water management, and consulting and IT as one of the leading independent engineering and consulting companies. In the Fichtner Group, you can expect a unique combination of a long‑term oriented family business coupled with diversity, dynamism and flat hierarchies. We want to develop the infrastructure of tomorrow together with you and can offer you a wide range of development opportunities. To maintain our sustainable growth process, we are looking to fill a permanent position in Stuttgart or Frankfurt as Structural Engineer in Hydropower (m/f/x).
- Contribution in civil/structural engineering aspects of hydropower projects at different levels such as Feasibility Studies, Basic/Tender Design as well as Detailed Design and construction for greenfield and rehabilitation hydropower projects
- Review/comment an existing civil/structural design of HPP project components.
- Design Review as Owner’s Engineer during execution phase of hydropower projects worldwide
- Structural stability analysis of hydraulic structures, such as weirs, barrages, dams, waterways, etc.
- Structural analysis and design of different components of Hydropower Structures on Detailed Design Level including layout and reinforcement drawings
- Experience and theoretical background in finite element analysis of structures and being familiar with a commercial structural analysis and design software package
- Preparation of Technical Specifications for Civil Works
- At least a Master in Civil Engineering with focus on structural engineering and hydraulics
- More than 10 years experience working in a similar context preferably as structural engineer in hydropower projects
- Experience in relevant engineering topics with application of standard software tools
- Knowledge of BIM and Autodesk products such as Revit and Civil3D
- Basic knowledge in geotechnical design required for structural analysis and design of foundations and stability analysis of the structures
- Being familiar with related American and European design standards and codes
- Working experience on international and national level
- Fluency in English, good knowledge of French
- Willingness to undertake regular trips to the project countries
- Wide degree of latitude so you can work under your own responsibility
- Modern digital infrastructure enabling staff to work remotely
- Comprehensive and thorough induction, and continual, targeted training with long‑term development opportunities
- Support for personal mobility through a Deutschlandticket subsidy, job bike leasing, and conveniently located Fichtner offices
- Wide range of sports activities through E‑Gym Wellpass (Germany‑wide) and in‑house sports groups
- An office canteen with a choice of freshly prepared menus at our head office in Stuttgart, while staff at our branches or project offices are offered digital meal vouchers that they can spend as they wish
- Company car park and discounted charging of electric vehicles at our Stuttgart office
- Regular company get‑togethers such as summer party, Christmas party and joint team activities
- Flexible working hours
- 30 days of vacation and an attractive flexitime model for a better balance between work, leisure and family life
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