Senior Executive Engineer (Coastal)

About SJ

Surbana Jurong Group is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in Surbana Jurong and its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA and SMEC, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries. They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future.

The Role

Our industry leading Coastal Engineering business continues to grow and offers individuals the opportunity to work in a business with a commitment to sustainability and innovation.  Our projects cover multi-disciplinary services and provides great opportunity for cross functional collaboration with other sub-sectors.  Join our well-established team of specialists across reclamation, coastal adaptation, restoration, coastal protection & resilience, and marine structures and further develop your career with an international consultancy.

We are seeking a Senior Executive Engineer (Structural) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant industry experience to provide:

• Independent civil and structural (C&S) engineering design, analysis and calculations for wharf structures (e.g. caisson and other marine retaining system), temporary structures and other retaining structures.
• Leadership in the preparation of technical design reports, calculations, and drawings in accordance with project requirements, Code of Practices, Authorities’ requirements, standard and regulations.
• Complete all the necessary Authorities’ submission and clearance.
• Review technical and design submissions and provide guidance and support to the design team.
• Leadership of a small group of structural design engineers for the day-to-day works.
• Support the Chief Engineer and coordinate among various design disciplines among the team (e.g. geotechnical/hydraulic/environmental team), as well as with design specialists, clients, stakeholders and any other project parties.
• Monitor the design progress and report to the Chief Engineer.
• Attend and lead in meetings, discussions and workshops and to address/solve technical related issues.
• Lead in the preparation of tender documents including technical specifications and review the documents.

You will have/be:

• A civil/structural engineer holding minimum a bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering recognized by Professional Engineers Board (PEB) of Singapore.
• A registered Professional Engineer with PEB of Singapore in the branch of Civil Engineering has an added advantage.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant civil/structural engineering design experience in consultant firm(s) (after tertiary education).
• Familiar with Authorities submission requirements and process such as BCA, LTA, PUB and NParks etc.
• Excellent civil & structural design including steel and reinforced concrete design such as piling, retaining wall and capping beam design.
• Experience with land reclamation, port & jetty and/or coastal engineering projects, as well as having prior exposure in the design of quay walls, wharf structures and offshore structures will be highly regarded.
• Familiarity with relevant code of practices including Eurocodes, Singapore Standard and British Standard.
• Well versed in engineering design software, e.g. STAAD Pro, Prokon, ETABS, SAP2000, Plaxis, GeoStudio etc. as well as familiar with AutoCAD.
• Well-developed written and fluent verbal communication skills in English.
• A good team player, self-motivated and high proactive to achieve positive results
• Skillful and proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.

Wrap up

As an inclusive and growing organisation, SJ is committed to building a global community of talented professionals and thought leaders.

We recognise the value and importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and look for people with different backgrounds, skills and expertise to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SJ employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!