Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia Remote (Global)

Uptalent.io is hiring a Remote Structural Design Engineer

About the Role

The Structural Design Engineer will develop, analyze, and validate structural systems for a range of infrastructure and construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational requirements through precise modeling and collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Create detailed structural models using industry-standard software
  • Perform load analysis and stress testing for various environmental conditions
  • Ensure all designs comply with applicable building codes and safety regulations
  • Collaborate with architects and construction teams during project development
  • Produce technical drawings and documentation for fabrication and assembly
  • Conduct peer reviews of structural calculations and design outputs
  • Optimize structural components for material efficiency and cost-effectiveness
  • Support field teams during installation and resolve on-site technical issues
  • Evaluate existing structures for retrofitting or reinforcement needs
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of engineering standards and practices
  • Develop finite element analyses for complex structural systems
  • Participate in design validation through simulation and prototyping
  • Track project milestones and deliverables within established timelines
  • Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for material specifications
  • Apply principles of sustainable design in structural planning
  • Use version control for design documentation and revisions
  • Integrate feedback from stakeholders into design improvements
  • Assist in risk assessment and mitigation planning for structural integrity
  • Prepare reports summarizing design performance and testing outcomes
  • Support quality assurance processes across design and implementation phases
  • Engage in continuous improvement of design workflows and tools
  • Troubleshoot structural failures or performance deviations
  • Contribute to feasibility studies for new construction concepts
  • Maintain accurate records of design decisions and engineering rationale
  • Adapt designs to accommodate site-specific constraints and conditions

Nice to Have

  • Master’s degree in structural engineering
  • Experience with BIM platforms such as Revit
  • Certification in structural safety or risk assessment
  • Background in high-rise or industrial construction
  • Familiarity with drone-based structural inspections
  • Knowledge of advanced composite materials
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers
  • Publication record in engineering journals or conferences
  • Project leadership in cross-functional teams
  • Experience with automated design validation tools

Compensation

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Work Arrangement

Fully remote

Team

Collaborative engineering team focused on project delivery and innovation

Technology Stack

  • Primary use of SAP2000, ETABS, and Revit for modeling and analysis
  • Integration with cloud-based collaboration platforms for remote teamwork
  • Version control systems for managing design iterations
  • Automated reporting tools for performance metrics

Project Types

  • Commercial building frameworks
  • Industrial support structures
  • Bridge and overpass systems
  • Seismic retrofitting initiatives
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Posted 6 months ago