Senior Structural Engineer

SMEC (an SJ Group company); Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC (an SJ Group company) invites a Senior Structural Engineer to lead bridge design and analysis for transportation projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with international standards. You will perform advanced calculations with MIDAS Civil and STAAD, develop drawings and specifications, and assess safety, durability, and constructability.

This role emphasizes project management, mentoring, and effective communication with clients and authorities throughout design

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• Licensed/registered Civil Engineer.
• 8+ years of experience in bridge or structural engineering design.
• Strong proficiency in structural software (MIDAS, STAAD).
• Solid understanding of geotechnical principles, materials engineering, and construction methods.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of bridges and other transport structures.
• Perform advanced structural calculations using MIDAS Civil, STAAD, etc.
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design drawings and specifications.
• Evaluate structural systems for safety, durability, constructability, and cost-efficiency.
• Carry out design checks, peer reviews, and value engineering exercises.
• Lead and coordinate design activities across multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare design schedules, work plans, and resource estimates.
• Support preparation of project proposals, reports, feasibility studies, and tenders.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure deliverables meet scope, budget, and timelines.
• Provide technical support during construction, including shop drawing review and site inspections.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Leadership

Project coordination

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MIDAS Civil

STAAD

AutoCAD

Job description

• Lead the structural design and analysis of bridges and other transportation structures (e.g., viaducts, culverts, retaining walls).
• Perform advanced structural calculations using industry-standard software (e.g., MIDAS Civil, STAAD, etc.).
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design drawings and specifications.
• Evaluate structural systems for safety, durability, constructability, and cost-efficiency.
• Carry out design checks, peer reviews, and value engineering exercises.
• Codes, Standards & Technical Compliance
• Apply relevant international and local design standards such as AASHTO LRFD, Eurocode, BS Standards, or DPWH Bridge Design Manuals.
• Ensure documentation complies with quality assurance procedures and audit requirements.
• Keep up to date with evolving engineering technologies, materials, and regulatory changes.
• Project & Design Management
• Lead and coordinate design activities across multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical, highway, hydraulics, architecture, etc.).
• Prepare design schedules, work plans, and resource estimates.
• Support preparation of project proposals, technical reports, feasibility studies, and tender documents.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure deliverables meet scope, budget, and timelines.
• Provide technical support during construction, including shop drawing review, RFI responses, and site inspections.
• Assess construction methodologies for structural feasibility and safety.
• Resolve engineering challenges encountered during construction.
• Structural Assessment & Rehabilitation
• Conduct condition assessments, structural evaluations, and load rating analyses for existing bridges.
• Develop repair, strengthening, and retrofit strategies for aging or damaged infrastructure.
• Utilize structural health monitoring (SHM) data where applicable.
• Leadership, Mentoring & Quality Assurance
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Conduct internal technical training and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert in structural engineering and bridge design.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, government agencies, and partners.
• Present technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Attend coordination meetings, design reviews, and project workshops.

Key Responsibilities

• Structural Design & Analysis
• Lead the structural design and analysis of bridges and other transportation structures (e.g., viaducts, culverts, retaining walls).
• Perform advanced structural calculations using industry-standard software (e.g., MIDAS Civil, STAAD, etc.).
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design drawings and specifications.
• Evaluate structural systems for safety, durability, constructability, and cost-efficiency.
• Carry out design checks, peer reviews, and value engineering exercises.
• Codes, Standards & Technical Compliance
• Apply relevant international and local design standards such as AASHTO LRFD, Eurocode, BS Standards, or DPWH Bridge Design Manuals.
• Ensure documentation complies with quality assurance procedures and audit requirements.
• Keep up to date with evolving engineering technologies, materials, and regulatory changes.
• Project & Design Management
• Lead and coordinate design activities across multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical, highway, hydraulics, architecture, etc.).
• Prepare design schedules, work plans, and resource estimates.
• Support preparation of project proposals, technical reports, feasibility studies, and tender documents.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure deliverables meet scope, budget, and timelines.
• Construction Support & Site Engineering
• Provide technical support during construction, including shop drawing review, RFI responses, and site inspections.
• Assess construction methodologies for structural feasibility and safety.
• Resolve engineering challenges encountered during construction.
• Structural Assessment & Rehabilitation
• Conduct condition assessments, structural evaluations, and load rating analyses for existing bridges.
• Develop repair, strengthening, and retrofit strategies for aging or damaged infrastructure.
• Utilize structural health monitoring (SHM) data where applicable.
• Leadership, Mentoring & Quality Assurance
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Conduct internal technical training and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert in structural engineering and bridge design.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, government agencies, and partners.
• Present technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Attend coordination meetings, design reviews, and project workshops.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Licensed/registered Civil Engineer
• 8+ years of experience in bridge or structural engineering design.
• Strong proficiency in structural software (e.g., MIDAS, STAAD).
• Solid understanding of geotechnical principles, materials engineering, and construction methods.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and coordination skills.

About SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.

We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project’s development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on-the-ground context and industry expectations.

We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.

Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!