Summary
Rejlers International Engineering Solutions is hiring a Lead Design Engineer, Civil & Structural, in Abu Dhabi. The role leads civil and structural engineering delivery, reviews drawings and design proposals, coordinates with clients and project teams, monitors progress, and supports bids and estimates. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, at least 15 years of Oil & Gas experience, and at least 8 years in a lead role; English fluency is required. Extensive site surveys may be required, and candidates must meet UAE visa requirements. Submit an application, CV, and salary expectation by 30 November 2026.
The posting
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Rejlers International Engineering Solutions is a trusted provider of high-quality engineering and project services. We have been present in Abu Dhabi, UAE, for over 15 years.
Operating from our regional headquarters in Abu Dhabi City and with an own office in Navi Mumbai, India, we support a wide range of operations across the region. Specializing in the Oil & Gas, Refining, Petrochemical, Chemical, and Renewable Energy industries, as well as Industrial Infrastructure such as Buildings and Structures, Power Distribution, and Telecommunications, we serve clients throughout the UAE and the Arabian Gulf.
Our strong track record in Industrial Digitization and AI solutions reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence. With a parent company boasting more than 80 years of engineering expertise, we are proud to bring Nordic engineering heritage to the region blending cutting-edge technology with a longstanding tradition of quality and reliability.
We are now looking for Lead Design Engineer, Civil & Structural to lead the discipline to execute projects and support bids in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Reports To
The Lead Design Engineer, Civil & Structural reports to the assigned Head of Discipline, Civil & Structural.
Job Overview
The Lead Engineer should have gained proven experience in design and engineering right from planning stage till execution which includes FEED verification, planning of MH & MP, resource management, lead the development of key deliverables, conducting various stage design reviews, progress monitoring and control.
In your role you are expected to demonstrate your proven track record in maintaining proper resourcing in terms of capacity and competence as well as in well organizing projects with proper work sharing, tracking of progress & coordination with Inter disciplines and counter parts/client.
You will be responsible for leading projects (as Lead Engineer) as and when required, handling engineering design review and analysis assignments normally involving a major project or several smaller or less complex projects. These projects by nature of their complexity and difficulty require the fully competent application of conventional and specific knowledge in oil & gas.
In your role you will execute civil structural design deliverables in projects while complying to safety, within budget and schedule and with quality.
You should have a desire to work on multi-disciplinary local as well overseas projects and be able to drive discipline goals by leading assigned discipline designers and engineers.
Hunger for learning and sharing new ideas will be the cornerstone of your success. We also value people for whom safety are part of their professional skills.
Responsibilities and Duties
Direct the employees and supervision of work related to Civil/structural and associated works.
Coordinate with Project Managers for resolution of related issues.
Maintain the Line Managers daily diary and reports of team members.
Coordinate and report to the reporting authority / manager on specific subjects including resourcing, technical issues, project progress, efficiency and performance of the resources / discipline.
Responsible for maintaining quality and technical correctness through reviewing all drawings, design proposals, method statements, any requests for information relating to the civil/structural works.
Coordinate with client, sub-contractors and related concerned authorities.
Convene and chair regular team meetings about issues related to civil structural work and related activities.
Ensure prompt exchange of correspondence and approvals.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of records.
Ensure safety goals are achieved on the project and oversee implementation of safety procedures on the project.
Act positively and participate in all health and safety issues at the site, as required by the Project Safety Representatives.
Comply with safety, health and risk management requirements.
Provide all necessary on-site direction and issue work instructions for civil/structural and other related activities.
Check and measure the performed work and record and display progress vs programmed work.
Prepare progress reports as applicable.
Participate in estimation for sales enquiries and provide required support for bidding
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with 15 years minimum Oil & Gas experience and minimum 8 years in Lead role
Good verbal as well written communication skills, leadership and coordination, analytic and pro-active approach competence in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and Chemical Industries.
Willingness to overcome challenges and pressure during peak of project.
Willing to do extensive site-surveys during project execution.
UAE local experience is added value.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Fluent in the English language
Shares the company values of teamwork, transparency, honesty, and equality
Team player, hardworking, problem solver and have a can-do attitude
Meets UAE visa requirements
Our work is guided by our vision: Home of the learning minds. We believe in continuous learning and development. We want to succeed both as individuals and as a company through a common goal: success through continuous learning.
Do you want to join us?
Please apply at once as we proceed with suitable candidates as soon as possible. Submit your application, CV, and salary expectation latest by 30 November 2026.