Division Head, Structural II, I

International Maritime Industries; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime engineering firm in Saudi Arabia seeks a skilled engineering manager to oversee structural discipline functions. The role requires 9-15 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering. Candidates should possess expertise in design codes, engineering software, and excellent negotiation and communication skills. In this position, you will develop engineering capabilities, ensure client requirements are met, and lead a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• 9-15+ years in a managerial role within engineering in shipbuilding.
• Design experience in structural calculations using FEM.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Structural Discipline Engineering functions.
• Develop engineering capabilities in line with strategic plans.
• Ensure customer technical requirements are met.

Skills

Knowledge of international design codes & standards

Negotiation skills for complex projects

Interpersonal skills in a multinational environment

Ability to manage internal processes

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering or Naval Architecture Engineering

Master’s Degree in Structural engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

ANSYS

AVEVA

STAAD Pro

Abaqus

Job description

Description

JOB PURPOSE / OBJECTIVE

Responsibilities

• Manage the Structural Discipline Engineering functions for the department
• Working experience in managing structural engineers and guidance, where required, in discipline related calculations and reports.
• Develop and structure the department’s engineering capabilities for the discipline in line with the work-stream’s strategic development plan, recognizing that engineering services are required in multiple locations for different types of projects.
• Assist the department manager in development and implementation of process and procedures and ERP/CAD system implementation in the engineering.
• Ensure that all engineering resources for the discipline are effectively and efficiently employed and ensure that the duplication of resources across facilities is avoided.
• Plan the human resources for the discipline, recruit and deploy the resources as required over various facilities and projects.
• Select and manage appropriate engineering software for the discipline and ensure its effective and efficient utilization.
• Monitor and ensure achievement of key performance indicators for the engineering discipline.
• Ensure Customer’s technical engineering requirements are identified and understood and ensure that the Discipline meets its contractual obligations from an engineering perspective in all instances.
• Review basic designs provided by third parties for Engineering Procurement Construction projects to ensure the designs meet the Customer’s performance criteria.
• Support projects and production ensuring that engineering deliverables are provided in a timely manner.
• Ensure that engineering considers construction methods and efficiency.
• Manage the subcontractors when engineering activities are outsourced or subcontracted.
• Establish and ensure the use of standard engineering details for the discipline.
• Contribute to the professional development of employees with by providing training and mentoring.
• Support the commercial team and provide technical assistance when required for Bids and Proposals.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of the engineering deliverables for the discipline and compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) responsibilities.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering or Naval Architecture Engineering

Professional Qualifications (Certifications & Accreditations)

• Preferred – Master’s degree in Structural engineering, any other additional certification courses in Structural engineering and project management.

Requirements

• Sound knowledge of international design codes & standards, maritime regulations, and class rules.
• Design experience in structural calculations using FEM.
• Exposure to AutoCAD & 3D design tools like AVEVA.
• Exposure to structural analysis software such as ANSYS, SACS, STAAD Pro, Abaqus.
• Demonstrated high-order interpersonal skills and the ability to operate within a multinational environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and motivate others with regards to continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage internal processes against Customer’s expectations.
• Excellent negotiation skills for high valued technically & commercially complex projects.
• Good presentation skill.
• Experience in leading technical contract meeting with Customer’s for new contracts.
• Ability to understand market data analytics, news, trends and translate these into design.
• Design experience in basic or detailed engineering for B/C and Oil Tanker.
• Ability to understand the manufacturing process of shipbuilding and convert these into efficient engineering.
• 9-15 + years in managerial role within engineering department of any shipbuilding industry in related engineering field.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Languages

• English - Professional Working Proficiency