Structural Engineer

Job Title: Structural Engineer

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Employment Type: Full-Time

About The Role

We are seeking a talented and experienced Structural Engineer to join our Architecture & Design team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural design and analysis for F&B, retail, hospitality, fit-out, and commercial projects. This role involves working closely with architects, interior designers, BIM teams, and project managers to deliver safe, efficient, and innovative structural solutions.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting both new developments and renovation projects while ensuring compliance with local and international design standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze structural systems for restaurants, cafés, retail outlets, hospitality, and commercial fit-out projects.
• Prepare structural calculations, design reports, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with architects, interior designers, MEP engineers, and BIM teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Review architectural layouts and provide practical structural solutions during design development.
• Perform structural assessments for renovation, refurbishment, and fit-out projects.
• Review contractor shop drawings, material submittals, and structural calculations.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure structural works are executed according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, international standards, and safety regulations.
• Support project planning, cost optimization, and value engineering initiatives.
• Resolve technical issues and provide engineering support throughout the project lifecycle.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering (Master's degree is an advantage).
• 5–10 years of experience in structural engineering.
• Proven experience in F&B, restaurant, café, retail, hospitality, commercial, and fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete, steel structures, and structural modifications for interior fit-outs.
• Proficiency in structural design software such as ETABS, SAFE, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, and AutoCAD.
• Experience coordinating with BIM teams and working in Revit is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of Saudi Building Code (SBC), international design standards, and construction practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• GCC experience, particularly in Saudi Arabia, is highly preferred.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Structural Design & Analysis
• F&B & Retail Projects
• Hospitality & Commercial Developments
• Fit-Out & Interior Structural Modifications
• Reinforced Concrete & Steel Structures
• BIM Coordination
• Construction Documentation
• Site Inspection & Quality Control
• Value Engineering
• Technical Problem Solving
• Project Coordination
• Building Codes & Compliance
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on premium hospitality, retail, and F&B projects.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Background

We are looking for Structural Engineers with experience in architecture, design, fit-out, hospitality, retail, and F&B projects, preferably from leading architectural consultancies, engineering firms, or fit-out contractors. Candidates who have worked on restaurants, cafés, coffee chains, retail outlets, hotels, and commercial interiors, with expertise in structural coordination and fit-out solutions, will be highly preferred.