Senior Structural Engineer

BG&E; Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

BG&E in Manila, Philippines is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design and analysis of buildings for international markets. You will deliver reinforced concrete and structural steel designs, perform analyses with ETABS and related software, and guide teams from concept through construction documents.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, wind/seismic design, and post-tensioned concrete systems, with mentoring responsibility for junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognised university.
• PRC Civil Engineer License.
• 5 to 10 years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience in reinforced concrete and/or structural steel building design.
• Experience working on multi-storey building projects.
• Experience undertaking structural analysis and design using industry-standard software.
• Proficiency in ETABS (minimum 3 years).
• Proficiency in at least one of: SAFE (min 3y), RAPT (min 1y), RAM Concept (min 1y).
• Understanding of structural load paths and lateral stability systems.
• Ability to prepare engineering calculations and technical reports.
• Ability to prepare and coordinate structural design documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Design reinforced concrete and structural steel building structures.
• Perform structural analysis and modelling using industry-standard software.
• Undertake lateral stability analysis and design for wind and seismic loading.
• Design reinforced and post-tensioned concrete floor systems.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and structural design documentation.
• Coordinate with architects, drafters, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support project delivery from concept design through detailed design and construction documentation.
• Contribute to practical, efficient, and buildable engineering solutions.
• Mentor and support junior engineers where appropriate.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Mentoring junior engineers

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

PRC Civil Engineer License

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

RAM Concept

Revit Structure

SpaceGass

Strand7

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer (Buildings & Structures) | Manila, Philippines

Join our growing team and help deliver high-quality structural engineering projects for the Australian and international market.

We are looking for a Senior Structural Engineer with strong technical design capability and a passion for building structures. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of commercial, residential, education, healthcare, industrial, and mixed-use developments while collaborating with experienced engineers across international project teams.

If you enjoy structural analysis, modelling, problem-solving, and detailed design, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Design reinforced concrete and structural steel building structures
• Perform structural analysis and modelling using industry-standard software
• Undertake lateral stability analysis and design for wind and seismic loading
• Design reinforced and post-tensioned concrete floor systems
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and structural design documentation
• Coordinate with architects, drafters, and multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Support project delivery from concept design through detailed design and construction documentation
• Contribute to practical, efficient, and buildable engineering solutions
• Mentor and support junior engineers where appropriate

Essential Criteria

• Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognised university
• PRC Civil Engineer License
• Experience
• 5 to 10 years of structural engineering experience
• Experience in reinforced concrete and/or structural steel building design
• Experience working on multi-storey building projects
• Experience undertaking structural analysis and design using industry-standard software
• Technical Skills
• Proficiency in ETABS (minimum 3 years).
• Proficiency in at least one of the following:
• SAFE (minimum 3 years)
• RAPT (minimum 1 years)
• RAM Concept (minimum 1 years)
• Understanding of structural load paths and lateral stability systems
• Ability to prepare engineering calculations and technical reports
• Ability to prepare and coordinate structural design documentation
• Communication
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams

Preferred Criteria

• Buildings Design Experience
• Experience in post-tensioned slab design
• Experience in foundation and retaining wall design
• Experience in structural assessments, retrofit, and strengthening projects
• Experience with medium-rise and high-rise building structures
• Australian & International Project Experience
• Familiarity with Australian and International Standards and design practices
• Experience working on Australian projects
• Experience working within an international engineering consultancy
• Software Experience
• SpaceGass
• Strand7
• Revit Structure
• Design Delivery
• Experience preparing:
• Structural design reports
• Engineering calculations
• Technical specifications
• Construction documentation
• Demonstrated ability to independently deliver structural design packages with minimal supervision
• Construction Engineering (Advantageous)
• Temporary works design
• Construction-stage engineering
• Construction methodology assessments
• Construction load assessments and staged construction analysis
• Professional Development
• Experience mentoring or guiding graduate and junior engineers

Why Join Us

• Work on Australian and International building projects
• Grow your technical expertise through exposure to international standards and best practices
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive engineering team
• Gain opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression
• Contribute to technically challenging and impactful projects across a diverse portfolio

Work Arrangement

FT in the office for the first few months

Transit to 3 days/wk onsite and 2 days/wk working from home

Location: Manila, Philippines

Employment Type: Full-Time