Senior Structural Design Engineer - Marine

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Six Construct, a BESIX subsidiary, seeks a Senior Structural Design Engineer, Marine, to lead the design of permanent and temporary works across marine, buildings and infrastructure in Dubai. You will perform reinforced concrete and steel design, FEM analyses, and prepare reports and design justifications from feasibility to design, while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with teams. A proven track record in marine or jetty structures and Design & Build projects is essential, with 10+ years in structural design and proficiency in Eurocodes, ACI, British Standards and SAP2000 ETABS IDEA StatiCa. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight marine experience across project types, include calculation packages or case studies, and confirm willingness to work onsite in Dubai.

Company Description

Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently employs a workforce of approximately 4,000 in the Middle East, and a total of 10,000 worldwide.

Job Description

What You'll Drive

Structural Design & Analysis

• Lead the structural design and technical development of permanent and temporary works packages across a diverse portfolio of projects including marine structures, buildings, stadiums, industrial facilities, water and wastewater treatment plants, and infrastructure works.
• Perform advanced structural calculations and engineering assessments for reinforced concrete and steel structures, ensuring compliance with project requirements, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
• Develop and review structural concepts, design methodologies, and engineering solutions from feasibility through detailed design stages.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, calculation packages, and engineering justifications to support design submissions and approvals.
• Conduct structural analyses using advanced FEM software, including linear, non-linear, staged construction, and time-dependent analyses where required.

Marine & Specialist Structures

• Deliver structural designs for marine and coastal infrastructure such as jetties, berths, quay walls, marine platforms, and associated facilities.
• Apply specialist knowledge in marine structural engineering while contributing to a broad range of non-marine projects when required.
• Evaluate complex engineering challenges and propose innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions suitable for construction.

Design & Build Engineering

• Support Design & Build projects by integrating engineering solutions with construction methodologies, sequencing requirements, and project constraints.
• Collaborate closely with construction teams to ensure designs are practical, buildable, and aligned with project execution strategies.
• Provide engineering support during tendering and project execution phases, including design planning, quantity assessments, technical risk reviews, value engineering, and constructability studies.

Coordination & Technical Leadership

• Coordinate with project teams, consultants, architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to ensure efficient delivery of design packages.
• Participate in and lead technical meetings, presenting engineering solutions and communicating key design considerations to stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, promoting technical excellence and knowledge sharing across the department.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, design standards, and technical best practices.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of structural design experience.
• Proven experience in structural design and analysis of concrete and steel structures.
• Strong background in marine and jetty structures is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience preparing structural calculations, technical reports, and FEM models.
• Experience on Design & Build projects is essential.
• Exposure to temporary works design is considered an advantage.
• Experience across multiple structure types such as buildings, stadiums, marine works, industrial facilities, water treatment plants, and infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
• Prior Middle East experience is preferred.
• Candidates must demonstrate willingness to work on a broad range of structural projects and not be limited to a single area of specialization.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong expertise in reinforced concrete and structural steel design.
• Advanced knowledge of structural analysis principles and FEM modelling.
• Proven ability to prepare technical reports, design calculations, and engineering documentation.
• Strong understanding of international design codes including Eurocodes, ACI, British Standards, and related industry standards.
• Proficient in structural engineering software such as SAP2000, ETABS, IDEA StatiCa, and other relevant FEM tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexible mindset with willingness to work across different structural sectors and project types.

Additional Information

Six Construct is guided by our core values of respect, excellence, co-creation, passion, and unity. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, secure, and motivated to reach their full potential.