Senior Onshore Structural Designer

Senior Onshore Structural Designer KBR’s Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) group is looking for Lead Onshore Civil & Structural Designer / Checker to support Onshore Oil & Gas Development Projects involving large-scale processing units, utility facilities and associated infrastructure. The role supports FEED and Detailed Engineering phases under high-value execution, requiring advanced 3D modelling integration, multidisciplinary coordination, strict quality compliance, and adherence to fast-track project schedules across global execution centres.

Responsibilities

• Lead Civil & Structural Designer / Checker responsible for supervising modelling and drafting activities, performing model and drawing checks, and ensuring compliance with project standards and engineering requirements for onshore facilities.
• The role includes development, review, and verification of structural 3D models and construction drawings using E3D or Smart 3D (S3D), Microstation and AutoCAD.
• The candidate will coordinate closely with structural engineers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure design accuracy, constructability, and effective model integration while supporting project execution across FEED and Detailed Engineering stages.
• The position also involves mentoring designers, managing deliverable quality, and supporting project schedules and technical reviews.
• Lead and supervise civil and structural modelling and drafting activities for onshore facilities including pipe racks, technological structures, equipment and machine foundations, shelters, platforms, modular structures, and tank foundation systems.
• Develop, review, and check 3D structural models using AVEVA E3D or Smart 3D (S3D) to ensure compliance with engineering design inputs and project standards.
• Perform detailed checking and approval of civil and structural drawings including foundation layouts, reinforcement drawings, structural GA drawings, sections, and fabrication details prepared using AutoCAD and Microstation.
• Ensure accurate implementation of engineering inputs, vendor data, equipment loads, and interdisciplinary interfaces within models and drawings.
• Coordinate with structural engineers, piping, layout, mechanical, electrical, and construction teams to resolve model clashes and design interface issues.
• Conduct model reviews and support interdisciplinary clash detection activities to ensure constructability and installation feasibility.
• Guide and mentor junior designers and drafting teams to maintain modelling standards and project quality requirements.
• Monitor deliverables to ensure compliance with project schedules, company procedures, and quality standards.
• Review Material Take-Offs (MTOs) generated from 3D models and ensure accuracy of quantities.
• Support FEED and Detailed Engineering deliverables including drawing development, revisions, and incorporation of site survey or brownfield inputs.
• Provide technical support during construction, fabrication, and site execution phases including resolution of site queries and drawing updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or equivalent 7 years of related experience with the average experience ranging from 10+ years in civil and structural modelling and drafting for onshore oil & gas, renewable energy projects.
• Extensive hands-on experience in 3D modelling using AVEVA E3D or Smart 3D (S3D).
• Strong expertise in preparation and checking of civil and structural drawings using AutoCAD and Microstation.
• Proven experience in modelling and detailing of pipe racks, equipment foundations, machine foundations, tank foundations, shelters, and steel structures.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, structural layouts, and construction practices.
• Experience in drawing and model checking, quality control, and deliverable verification processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering calculations, vendor drawings, and design inputs.
• Good coordination, communication, and leadership skills within multidisciplinary project teams.

Preferred

• Experience working as Lead Designer or Checker on FEED and Detailed Engineering for oil & gas sector facilities.
• Experience in brownfield, revamp projects, and site survey-based model updates.
• Familiarity with project modelling standards, design workflows, and model administration practices.
• Experience in model review sessions and constructability reviews with clients and project teams.
• Exposure to extraction and validation of MTOs and construction deliverables from 3D modelling environments.
• Experience working with international clients and multi-office engineering execution environments.
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