Principal Engineer - Structures
Parsons Corporation
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time

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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.
Job Description
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Engineer - Structures to join our team! In this role you will get to lead and manage structural engineering projects across a variety of infrastructure domains
What You'll Be Doing
We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.
Job Description
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Engineer - Structures to join our team! In this role you will get to lead and manage structural engineering projects across a variety of infrastructure domains
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead the design, analysis, and delivery of structural engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and client requirements.
- Provide technical expertise in the design and construction of conventional, segmental, precast, and steel bridges, as well as tunnels.
- Oversee the development of innovative and cost-effective solutions for complex structural challenges.
- Conduct structural analysis and modeling using advanced software tools to ensure safety, durability, and performance.
- Collaborate with architects, geotechnical engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate structural designs into broader project frameworks.
- Review and approve design calculations, drawings, and specifications prepared by the engineering team.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in structural engineering, materials, and construction techniques, particularly in bridge and tunnel design.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
- Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to design specifications.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) certification is preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on bridges and tunnels.
- Proven expertise in the design and construction of conventional, segmental, precast, and steel bridges, as well as tunnels.
- Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, MIDAS, CSI, or similar).
- Strong knowledge of relevant codes and standards (e.g., AASHTO, Eurocodes, or equivalent).
- Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Experience with seismic design and retrofitting of bridges and tunnels.
- Familiarity with advanced construction techniques, such as incremental launching, balanced cantilever, or precast segmental construction.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices in structural engineering.
We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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