Structural Design Engineer
Mackenzie Jones Middle East Abu Dhabi
Job Description
Position Overview
The Structural Design Engineer will support the delivery of structural design packages for building and specialised defence‑related projects for a leading design and construction consultancy based in Abu Dhabi. The role requires a technically strong engineer with 5–10 years of experience, including mandatory expertise in explosive engineering and proven consultancy‑based design exposure.
Key Responsibilities- Structural design development — Prepare and review structural design calculations, drawings, and technical reports across concept, schematic, detailed, and IFC stages.
- Explosive engineering design — Apply blast‑resistant design principles, structural hardening methods, and protective design standards for high‑risk facilities.
- Code compliance — Ensure designs comply with UAE codes, international standards, and project‑specific blast‑resistance criteria.
- Coordination with multidisciplinary teams — Work closely with architects, MEP teams, and external consultants to ensure integrated and compliant design solutions.
- Technical reviews — Review shop drawings, material submissions, and contractor queries related to structural and blast‑resistant elements.
- Construction support — Provide design clarifications, respond to RFIs, and support site teams during execution.
- Documentation & reporting — Prepare design reports, risk assessments, and blast‑impact analysis documentation.
- 5–10 years of structural engineering experience within a consultancy environment.
- Mandatory experience in explosive engineering, blast‑resistant design, or protective structures.
- Strong technical capability in ETABS, SAFE, STAAD, SAP2000, and related structural analysis tools.
- Proven experience delivering concept-to-IFC structural design for buildings or specialised facilities.
- Solid understanding of UAE building codes, international blast‑resistance standards, and structural safety requirements.
- Strong communication, coordination, and technical documentation skills.
- Previous Abu Dhabi or wider GCC experience preferred.
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