Structural Engineer – (11-15 years)

Thomas Thor is currently recruiting a Senior Structural Engineer for a long-term contract opportunity based in Brussels, Belgium.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to technically challenging engineering projects within the energy and industrial sectors, working alongside multidisciplinary teams on the design and analysis of complex concrete and steel structures.

We are looking for an experienced structural engineer with strong analytical capabilities, expertise in finite element modelling (FEM), and the ability to take technical ownership of structural engineering deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee structural design and calculations for concrete and steel structures.
• Conduct structural analyses using FEM software, including static and dynamic assessments under various loading conditions and hazards.
• Prepare and review calculation notes, technical specifications and engineering deliverables.
• Review technical documentation produced by contractors and engineering partners.
• Coordinate technical interfaces with clients, project teams and other engineering disciplines.
• Contribute to technical proposals and tender submissions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Review and verify structural calculations in accordance with quality assurance procedures.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in structural analysis and design.
• Strong expertise in concrete and/or steel structural design.
• Solid knowledge of Eurocodes; familiarity with ACI, ASCE or other international standards is an advantage.
• Proven experience in static and dynamic structural analysis, including linear and/or nonlinear analysis.
• Proficiency with FEM and structural analysis tools such as ANSYS, SCIA or equivalent.
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Additional advantages:

• Experience in complex industrial, energy or infrastructure projects.
• Previous exposure to nuclear engineering and nuclear safety requirements.
• Experience in offshore structural engineering.
• Knowledge of French and/or Dutch.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Structural Engineer looking for your next long-term assignment in Brussels, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Gintare Juozapaviciute