Structural Engineer - “High-Rise & Complex Buildings”

Ramboll Group A/S; Ayer Itam; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll Group A/S in Penang seeks a Structural Engineer for high-rise and complex buildings. You will deliver structural design, calculations, drawings and reports across a portfolio, managing your workload and coordinating with directors, disciplines and clients to realise ambitious structures.

You will lead design through concept to construction, ensuring quality and compliance with Ramboll’s standards. A consultancy background and strong software skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in structural design.
• Experience in a consultancy firm is preferred.
• Good knowledge of structural modelling software including ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Produce structural engineering calculations, drawings, specifications and reports for high-rise and complex buildings.
• Manage own workload, delegate tasks, and liaise with project consultants and external bodies.
• Lead initial design concepts through to detailed design with quality assurance.
• Prepare and organise project submissions and related documentation.

Skills

Structural design

Structural analysis

Project management

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

SAFE

Revit

GIS

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bentley OpenRoads

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

High-Rise & Complex Buildings | Penang, Malaysia

What if the structures you analyse and design became the skeleton of a city’s skyline?

As Structural Engineer within our High-Rise & Complex Buildings team, you will take ownership of structural design across a portfolio of complex building projects, applying your knowledge of modelling software and structural analysis to deliver high-quality, buildable solutions. You will work across the full design lifecycle, from concept through to authority submission and construction, collaborating closely with project directors, other disciplines and clients to make ambitious buildings a reality.

The role

As Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for the production of structural engineering calculations, drawings, specifications and reports across a portfolio of high‑rise and complex building projects. You will manage your own workload, delegate to supporting staff, liaise with project consultants and external bodies, and keep project directors and associates informed of progress throughout the project lifecycle.

This is a role for someone who brings both technical rigour and professional ownership to every project, and who is motivated by seeing complex structures safely and elegantly realised.

How you will contribute

Structural design and analysis

• Execute all structural designs in accordance with project requirements, Ramboll’s standards and policies, and all relevant codes and requirements
• Produce structural engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, reports and presentations using relevant computer‑aided software, including ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE and Revit
• Prepare and lead initial design concepts through to detailed design, with quality assurance throughout

Project management and coordination

• Draw up overall and specific stage programmes for Ramboll’s works in line with agreed project schedules
• Delegate work to supporting staff and supervise their output
• Manage authority submissions and liaise with project consultants and external bodies including LTA, PUB and NPARKS
• Adhere to and implement Ramboll’s IMS procedures applicable to project engineers, including maintaining up‑to‑date Project ID forms
• Analyse works scope and report to Project Director or Project Associate
• Call for and attend project review sessions
• Organise production and issue of Ramboll’s drawings in line with the agreed project programme

Reporting and closure

• Prepare relevant reports and specifications in line with the agreed project programme
• Keep Project Director and Project Associate informed of project progress
• Supervise closure of the project on receipt of TOP, CSC and final payment
• Render assistance and undertake ad‑hoc tasks as required
• A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in structural design
• Experience in a consultancy firm is preferred
• Good knowledge of structural modelling software including ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE and Revit
• Knowledge of GIS software, Autodesk Civil 3D and Bentley OpenRoads
• Knowledge of or interest in parametric software for structural optimisation, such as Rhino and Grasshopper, is highly regarded
• Strong attention to detail

Does this sound like you?

Apply online and attach your CV, cover letter and any relevant work that showcases what you bring to this role. Let us know when you are available to start. We look forward to hearing from you.