Senior Steel Structures Designer

BERD is one of the TOP 3 World Leaders in the field of bridge construction methods and solutions. Born in 2006, as a spin-off of the Faculty of Engineering of Porto University, BERD already participated in the construction of several bridges and viaducts in 5 continents. In 2016 BERD launched a new Business Unit, the Modular Bridge Solutions, that already supplied more than 150 Modular Bridges. Always focused on innovation, BERD is also working on a new R&D disruptive project.

We like to explore new approaches and we value a strong sense of commitment. If you are ready to participate in challenging project worldwide and looking forward to building bridges not walls, contact us!

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor or Master's degree in Structural Civil Engineer with a minimum experience of 7 years.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 7 years of experience in steel structures design.

Will and motivation to develop and share design skills.

Knowledge in structures design software (Autodesk Robot: preferred; SAP2000: valued).

CAD software knowledge (AutoCAD: mandatory, Inventor or similar: valued).

Analytical thinking, problem solving and decision making.

Self-motivated and proactive attitude.

Team leadership skills.

Team player and good communication skills.

Well organized and reliable.

Ability and motivation to work in design of special and diverse structural components.

Microsoft Excel knowledge (advanced skills are valued).

English skills (verbal and written).

French or German skills are valued.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Design of steel structures according to relevant regulations.

Define relevant actions and combinations applicable to the structure being developed.

Develop structural model of the structure.

Evaluate design of structure members and detail design of the connections.

Prepare calculation notes from the structure.

Analysis of bridge construction process and evaluate the specific requirements of the project.

Cooperate with other team member to reach efficient solutions for the project, complying with project budget goals and deadlines.

Interact with other project specialities, as hydraulic and electric, ensuring a perfect match between all components of the equipment.

Provide detail information for modelling the structures and ensure the information shared for manufacturing is reliable.

Interact and manage information with external engineering offices.

Follow-up the manufacturing process providing necessary support to the manufacturer.

Develop design tools for internal use.

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING

An exciting and diverse working environment with varied activity at one of the TOP 3 World Leaders in the field of bridge construction methods and solutions.

An honest, open culture that emphasises feedback and promotes professional and personal development.

Projects worldwide with an experienced team.

Opportunity to actively participate in the design of unique and state of the art equipment to build bridges.

Innovative research & industry project.

Medical insurance.