Structural Design Engineer

ViziRecruiter,LLC.

Dublin

On-site

EUR 52,000 - 78,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Data center projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Senneca is seeking a motivated Structural Design Engineer in Ireland to design, develop, and optimize structural systems for data centers and industrial applications. The role requires proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D CAD, strong knowledge of structural engineering, and collaboration with manufacturing, project management and installation teams to ensure performance, cost, and manufacturability.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a degree in Mechanical,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering required or related field.
Minimum 2 years of structural design experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
Proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D CAD software.
Experience with steel structures, sheet metal, welded and bolted connections.
Understanding of structural analysis, materials, and fabrication methods.

Responsibilities

Design and develop structural products, assemblies and fabricated steel structures using SolidWorks and CAD software.
Create detailed 3D models, drawings, BOMs and manufacturing documentation.
Support data center aisle containment systems and equipment support structures.
Perform structural calculations and engineering analysis to validate designs.
Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, project management and installation teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Structural Engineering

Civil Engineering

Product Design Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

2D CAD

PLM systems

Job description

Introduction

At Senneca, we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the innovators that created our brands from traffic doors, to cold storage doors to fiberglass doors and beyond. We are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations and to provide doors that offer safety and protection to our customers’ most important assets…people, products, capital investments and processes.

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Structural Design Engineer with a minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering experience to join our growing engineering team in Ireland. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and optimization of structural systems and products used in data centers and other industrial applications.

Experience designing data center aisle containment systems, equipment support frames, cageing systems, and related infrastructure is highly desirable. Candidates with equivalent experience designing steel-framed structures, sheet metal assemblies, modular industrial products, or fabricated structural systems are also encouraged to apply.

This position requires proficiency in SolidWorks and CAD design, along with a strong understanding of structural engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and product development practices.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for career growth and professional development
Exposure to leading-edge data center infrastructure projects
Collaborative and innovative engineering environment
Opportunity to contribute to products deployed globally

Responsibilities

Design and develop structural products, assemblies, and fabricated steel structures using
SolidWorks and CAD software.
Create detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, manufacturing documentation, and bills of
materials (BOMs).
Support the design and development of:
- Data center aisle containment systems
- Equipment support frames
- Security caging systems
- Structural support solutions
- Custom customer-engineered products
Perform structural calculations and engineering analysis to validate designs.
Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, project management, and installation teams to
ensure designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability requirements.
Support prototype development, testing, and product validation activities.
Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, engineering standards, and customer
specifications.
Assist in resolving production and field installation issues through engineering support and
design modifications.
Work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to develop practical engineering
solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor\'s Degree in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Product Design Engineering
- Or a related engineering discipline
Minimum 2 years of structural design experience in a manufacturing, construction, industrial, or
engineered products environment.
Proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D CAD software.
Experience creating detailed engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
Understanding of structural analysis, materials, and fabrication methods.
Knowledge of steel structures, sheet metal design, welded assemblies, and bolted
connections.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Eligibility to work in Ireland.

Experience designing:
- Data center aisle containment systems
- Data center infrastructure products
- Equipment support structures
- Security cages and partitions
- Modular steel-framed systems
Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA).
Experience working with fabrication shops and manufacturing operations.
Knowledge of Eurocodes and relevant structural design standards.
Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
principles.
Experience within the data center, telecommunications, critical infrastructure, or industrial equipment