Senior Structural Design Engineer

Whitefield Careers; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitefield Careers in Chennai invites a skilled structural engineer to lead steel design for PEB and prefab projects. You will translate concepts into fabrication-ready drawings and coordinate with drafting teams.

The role requires 5–10 years of experience in steel structural/PEB design, with at least 2 years on PEB or modular projects, meticulous documentation, and a collaborative, ownership-driven mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in civil/structural engineering is mandatory or a Master’s is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 19650 and COBie standards is an advantage.
• Experience with steel structural/PEB design and modular construction is expected.

Skills

Structural design

Project ownership

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Structural Engineering

M.E./M.Tech in Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

ETABS

Revit

Tekla Structures

AutoCAD

AWS/IS 7215 welding standards

Job description

• B.E. / B.Tech in Civil or Structural Engineering (mandatory) OR M.E. / M.Tech in Structural Engineering is strongly preferred.


• Familiarity with ISO 19650 and COBie standards is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, or ETABS for structural analysis and design.


• Strong knowledge of PEB systems: primary rigid frames, secondary members, bracing, purlins, girts, eave struts, and connection detailing.


• Working knowledge of BIM tools — Revit or Tekla Structures — for model review and structural coordination.


• Understanding of DFMA and PFMEA principles for prefabricated and modular construction.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD for 2D drawing production and shop drawing review.


• Familiarity with welding standards (AWS/IS 7215) and fabrication QC procedures.

Experience & Mindset

• 5–10 years of experience in steel structural/PEB design, with at least 2 years on PEB or prefab/modular construction projects.


• Proven track record delivering structural designs from concept through fabrication and erection on steel structure projects.


• High attention to detail, strong documentation discipline, and a collaborative, ownership-driven mindset.


• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with overlapping project demands and cross-functional