Principal Structural Engineer- Bridges and Tunnels
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for a Principle Structural Engineer that will be able to work among a structure design team and take leadership in the delivery of different major design projects for all our important clients. Ready to take leadership and work in a structural team that will mainly design bridges and tunnels in addition to other structures for major projects. Want to take your Engineering expertise to the next level to work on challenging projects that will make an impact on the community.
What You'll Be Doing:
Take leadership and work within a team of structural engineers to deliver large projects in compliance with each project requirement under the direct supervision of the Design Director and Structural Manager.
Lead the preparation of structural design drawings, specifications, and calculation submittals for a range of structural design projects in accordance with all relevant standards.
Ensure professional, timely, and courteous responses to all structural-related enquiries from Clients and Authorities.
Lead the preparation of technical correspondence, reports, and studies for structural-related works.
Be technically responsible for the engineering production of the structures team for assigned projects.
Coordinate with Geotechnical Specialists on issues related to soil-structure interaction.
Coordinate structural engineering activities with other disciplines within the Engineering Department.
Interface with Clients and approval Agencies/Authorities for bridge, tunnel, underpass, and other structural design works.
Coordinate with local authorities and stakeholders, including RTA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, and other relevant agencies.
Provide technical advice to other engineering departments with respect to bridges, tunnels, and other structures.
Provide technical assistance during pre-bid conferences, proposal evaluations, and post-award or other contract conferences.
Act as a mentor for the structural project team.
Perform other duties as directed by the Design Director and Structural Manager.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering with a minimum of fifteen (15) years of post-graduate professional experience in structural engineering design and construction, with a strong emphasis on precast and cast-in-place (CIP) concrete bridges and tunnels, including segmental and span-by-span bridges.
Demonstrated experience in delivering bridge, tunnel, underpass, and other transportation infrastructure projects within Dubai and the UAE is required.
Strong familiarity with Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) requirements, approval processes, design guidelines, and relevant local authority standards is essential.
Experience coordinating with local authorities and stakeholders, including RTA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, and other relevant agencies, is preferred.
US registration as a Professional Engineer or equivalent is preferred.
Demonstrated project management experience delivering multiple projects that meet strict deadlines, budgets, and identified outcomes.
Experience in applying relevant local and international industry standards related to structural engineering design.
Must be fully conversant with AASHTO LRFD, American Concrete Institute (ACI), Steel Construction Manual of the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), and relevant RTA bridge and tunnel design requirements.
Demonstrated experience investigating, analyzing, and resolving complex design problems.
Ability to work independently on a diverse range of design projects.
Demonstrated ability to effectively plan the use of resources to meet the requirements of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities simultaneously.
High-level English communication skills (written and oral), with demonstrated ability to prepare professional, accurate, concise, and timely reports, technical correspondence, and high-quality presentations.
Must be a dependable and self-motivated leader.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Experience in design and construction of steel bridges will be plus.
Advance degree such as a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from a reputable recognized university is preferred.
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