Lead Structural Engineer

About the role

This person will design structures that must endure stresses and pressures inflicted through human use and environmental conditions. The incumbent will design/configure structures, oversee drawing production, choose appropriate foundation, building and equipment support material, inspect the construction work and ensure the structural soundness of foundations, buildings and structures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports, design criteria, estimates, designs and drawings
• Make calculations about pressures, loads and stresses
• Provide technical advice on safe designs and construction
• Acquire planning and/or building regulations approval
• Liaise with clients and professional staff such as architects and engineers
• Monitor and inspect all work undertaken by contractors to ensure structural soundness
• Inspect geotechnical properties to evaluate the conditions and foundations
• Use computer aided design technology for simulation purposes

Requirements

The ideal background includes:

• An entrepreneurial spirit, and excitement about adding value to clients with Jedson’s engineering expertise
• Strong communication skills, collaboration, and courage to challenge the status quo
• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Experience in industrial structural engineering
• Experience in STAAD, AutoCAD and Revit
• Experience with steel, concrete and masonry
• Experience in heavy to light industrial projects
• Advanced knowledge of construction methods, materials and legal regulations
• Able to communicate effectively and manage multiple projects and clients at a time