Sr. Design Engineer - Structural

Nesma & Partners; Riyadh; Híbrido; SAR 279.000 - 502.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nesma & Partners in Riyadh seeks a Senior Design Engineer – Structural (Steel Structures) to lead and execute steel design for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects. You will perform detailed analyses, develop drawings and specs, and coordinate with civil, architectural, and mechanical teams to deliver safe, compliant structures.

You will review calculations, ensure adherence to AISC, Eurocode 3, and AWS D1.1, mentor junior engineers, and support project delivery from concept to

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant structural engineering experience.

Responsabilidades

• Lead structural design and engineering activities for steel structures (industrial buildings, warehouses, platforms, pipe racks, equipment supports).
• Perform detailed structural analysis and design calculations for steel structures.
• Develop and review structural design drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Design steel connections (bolted & welded).
• Ensure structural integrity, stability, strength, and serviceability of steel structures.
• Review engineering deliverables for compliance with project specs and international standards.
• Coordinate with civil, architectural, mechanical, piping and other disciplines.
• Review and approve technical calculations, drawings and design packages.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Identify potential design issues and propose practical solutions.
• Participate in client/consultant/project meetings.
• Deliver all design activities per schedule, quality and safety standards.

Conocimientos

Structural design and analysis

Steel structures and industrial steel

Structural stability and load calcs

Bolt & welded connections design

Framing systems

Pipe racks platforms access

Anchor bolt design

Wind seismic dead live loads

Design reviews & verification

Calculations & design reports

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering (advantage)

Herramientas

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

ETABS

AutoCAD

Revit Structure

IDEA StatiCa

Descripción del empleo

The Senior Design Engineer – Structural (Steel Structures) is responsible for leading and executing structural engineering design activities, with a strong focus on steel structures for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects. The role involves developing structural designs, performing complex calculations, reviewing engineering drawings, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards, and coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

2. Key Responsibilities:

• Lead structural design and engineering activities for steel structures, including industrial buildings, warehouses, platforms, pipe racks, equipment supports, and structural frames.
• Perform detailed structural analysis and design calculations for steel structures.
• Develop and review structural design drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Design steel connections, including bolted and welded connections.
• Ensure structural integrity, stability, strength, and serviceability of steel structures.
• Review engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with project specifications and applicable international standards.
• Coordinate with civil, architectural, mechanical, piping, and other engineering disciplines.
• Review and approve technical calculations, drawings, and design packages within the assigned authority.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior structural engineers and designers.
• Identify potential design issues and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Participate in technical meetings with clients, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure all design activities are delivered according to project schedules, quality requirements, and safety standards.

3. Technical Requirements & Expertise

The candidate should demonstrate strong expertise in:

• Structural Steel Design and Analysis.
• Steel Structures and Industrial Steel Buildings.
• Structural Stability and Load Calculations.
• Steel Connections Design (Bolted & Welded).
• Structural Framing Systems.
• Pipe Racks, Platforms, Access Structures, and Equipment Supports.
• Foundation Interface and Anchor Bolt Design.
• Wind, Seismic, Dead, Live, and Dynamic Load Calculations.
• Structural Design Reviews and Technical Verification.
• Preparation of Structural Calculations and Design Reports.

4. Software Proficiency

Experience with the following engineering software is preferred:

• STAAD.Pro
• SAP2000
• ETABS
• AutoCAD
• Revit Structure
• IDEA StatiCa (preferred for connection design)

5. Applicable Codes & Standards

Working knowledge of relevant international standards, including:

• AISC – American Institute of Steel Construction.
• ACI – American Concrete Institute.
• ASCE 7 – Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria.
• AWS D1.1 – Structural Welding Code.
• Eurocode 3 – Design of Steel Structures.

6. Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering is an advantage.
• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant structural engineering experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in steel structure design, preferably in industrial, oil & gas, construction, or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in structural analysis, calculations, design reviews, and engineering coordination.
• Experience working with engineering consultants, EPC contractors, or major construction projects is preferred.

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