Hydropower Structural Analysis Engineer, Sweden (Flexible)

Leap29; Östergötlands län; On-site; SEK 486,066 - 702,095; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunity in a secure energy sector

Flexible engagement options

Job summary

Trades Workforce Solutions is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer in Östergötlands län, Sweden, focusing on hydropower projects. This role includes performing structural analysis for hydropower assets, delivering FE analysis, and ensuring compliance with Eurocodes. Candidates should have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, experience in relevant projects, and strong English skills. This is a long-term opportunity within a secure sector, with flexible engagement options available.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural analysis, ideally within hydropower or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of FE tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar.
• Ability to work in Sweden with strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and calculations for hydropower assets.
• Deliver FE analysis and verification of concrete and steel structures.
• Assess structural integrity, fatigue, and loading conditions.
• Support refurbishment and upgrade projects.

Skills

Structural analysis

FE tools (ANSYS, Abaqus)

English communication

Knowledge of Eurocodes

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Structural Analysis Engineer

• Sweden
• Hydropower project focus
• Permanent or Contract
• Start date flexible

We are supporting a key client in the Nordic energy market with an upcoming requirement for a Structural Analysis Engineer to support hydropower projects across design, upgrade, and life extension scopes. This is a strong opportunity to work on critical infrastructure within a stable and growing sector.

Key responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and calculations for hydropower assets including dams, spillways, intakes, and associated structures
• Deliver FE analysis and verification of concrete and steel structures in line with Eurocodes and relevant Swedish standards
• Assess structural integrity, fatigue, and load cases including hydrostatic, seismic, and environmental loading
• Support refurbishment and upgrade projects, including condition assessments and strengthening solutions
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams across civil, hydraulic, and geotechnical disciplines
• Contribute to technical documentation, reports, and design reviews

Requirements

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Experience in structural analysis, ideally within hydropower, heavy civil, or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of FE tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar
• Knowledge of Eurocodes and structural design standards
• Ability to work in Sweden with strong English communication skills, Swedish is beneficial

What’s on offer

• Long-term opportunity within a secure energy sector
• Flexible engagement, permanent or contract
• Exposure to large-scale hydropower projects across Sweden

If this aligns with your background, or you are open to hearing more about upcoming opportunities, get in touch with Angus McCormick directly to discuss.