Senior Structural Engineer (Bengaluru) - GFS

Burns & McDonnell; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bengaluru seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead structural design projects across various sectors like food & beverage and healthcare. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, 8 to 12 years of experience, and strong skills in steel design. Responsibilities include project leadership, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior engineers. This full-time role offers career advancement opportunities and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–12 years of working experience, preferably in EPC projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to the United States for work.

Responsibilities

• Lead Structural design of projects from conceptual phase to completion.
• Responsible for analysis and design of superstructures and foundations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure clash-free designs.

Skills

Steel design

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's in Structural Engineering

Job description

Description

GFS has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer interested in advancing their career in one of the fast‑paced Global Practices focused on high‑tech building design and construction. We are a multi‑disciplinary team that provides engineering services for facilities projects in the region with facilities including Food & Beverage, Consumer Products, Hyperscale Data centers, Life sciences, Healthcare, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Institutional facilities.

The Candidate will support design projects to deliver world‑class solutions for new developments, modifications, and redevelopments across a diverse range of projects. He/She will play a key role in driving the growth of the Global Practice’s business lanes by independently leading projects, including resource planning, meeting project KPIs for quality, schedule, and budget, reviewing engineering design packages, ensuring interdisciplinary coordination, and conducting clash checks. In addition, the role involves supporting and executing business strategies and developing high‑performance teams.

High‑level Overview of Engineering Scope for Projects in GFS

• Structural analysis and design in compliance with American/Canadian standards
• Steel building design (e.g., process buildings, Industrial buildings, warehouses, canopies, etc.)
• Diaphragm analysis and design (rigid and flexible)
• Steel structure design (e.g., pipe racks, Pipe bridges, platforms, stair towers, Pipe trestles, etc.)
• Foundation design for buildings and structures (both shallow and deep foundations)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Responsible for analysis and design of various superstructures and foundations for industrial facilities, design of steel and concrete buildings.
• Geotechnical report review, analysis, and provide comments/clarifications.
• Review of equipment vendor drawings and fabrication drawings.
• Capture internal client requirements and, if needed, advise them regarding structural requirements available to meet their needs and comply with safety codes.
• Coordinate with other disciplines, client(s) and other stakeholders to develop a clash‑free system design.
• Responsible for managing the assigned scope within the agreed schedule and budget.
• Monitoring Quality, Budget and schedule KPI’s for the assigned project, as necessary.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, strong Interpersonal skills
• Ability to self‑check and produce accurate work.
• Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Reporting project performance.
• Lead projects of the GFS GP and help develop the team by mentoring team members.
• Supporting SM/BLM in manpower planning, hiring, work forecasting and maintaining high chargeability of the group.
• Identify project‑specific skill requirements and assign qualified staff in consultation with SM.
• Willing to advance in career by taking increased responsibilities on projects and organization.
• Serves as technical advisor, provides senior‑level inputs.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Support the performance feedback collection process, conduct performance appraisal meetings with the team.
• Train & develop team members, identify upskill opportunities & formulate career development plans to guide career progression.
• A committed team player able to work on own initiative.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the Structural engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution. Master’s in Structural Engineering is an added advantage.
• Minimum 8 – 12 years of working experience. EPC project experience preferred.
• Candidates with experience in Steel design and the OGC industry are preferred.
• A dynamic individual with a strong eagerness to learn and a genuine interest in a stable, long‑term commitment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing and able to travel to the United States to support inter‑departmental initiatives.
• People person with strong people‑management skills.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Engineering

Primary Location India-Karnataka-Bengaluru

Schedule: Full‑time

Travel: No

Req ID: 261226

Job Hire Type Experienced Not Applicable #BMI N/A