Structural Design Engineer

Job Title: Structural Design Engineer

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and experienced Structural Design 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.