Principal Design Engineer - Temporary Work

Join Our Team in Dubai as a Principal Design Engineer at CaSE International

Are you ready to reignite your passion for engineering and take pride in shaping Dubai's skyline and infrastructure? Join CaSE International, a leading specialist in civil and structural engineering. We deliver innovative solutions for major infrastructure projects globally and now, in the heart of the UAE.

Our expertise spans structural design, site support services, temporary works design, permanent works interface, and construction-phase engineering for landmark bridge and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Why Choose CaSE International Dubai

• Hands-On Leadership: From junior engineers to our CEO, every team member is actively involved in projects. We stay grounded, responsive, and relevant.
• Excellence in Delivery: Dubai demands the best, and we deliver. Clients rely on our innovative solutions to tackle the toughest challenges while meeting tight deadlines.
• Local Knowledge, Global Reach: Our Dubai team collaborates with experts worldwide, blending local expertise with cutting-edge practices.
• Growth-Focused Environment: Enjoy mentoring programmes, tailored training solutions, and leadership development. Benefit from a dedicated Leadership and Performance Coach to balance your professional and personal growth.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Dubai's multicultural environment resonates with our commitment to embracing and celebrating differences. We're proud recipients of the Sydney Metro Business NSW Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award.

About the Role: Principal Design Engineer

You'll play a pivotal role in growing and leading our Dubai design team. Your expertise will drive complex structural solutions for large-scale infrastructure and temporary works projects, ensuring they are delivered to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and expand a design team, mentoring junior engineers and participating in recruitment.
• Manage design scopes for large infrastructure civil projects and specialised temporary works, efficiently breaking them into manageable tasks and delivering within budget.
• Develop structural designs across all aspects of temporary works and construction-phase projects, including formwork, falsework, scaffolding, and other critical structures.
• Utilise and train on software such as SpaceGass, Midas Civil, Strand7, Tekla Structures, and Autodesk Suite.
• Provide detailed deliverables, including reports, calculations, and construction sequence statements.
• Collaborate closely with drafters to ensure accurate design documentation and adherence to timelines.
• Minimise design risks and deliver robust, cost-effective solutions.
• Support tenders and proposals with technical insights and estimates.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in structural engineering, including large-scale civil infrastructure and temporary works design.
• Chartered Engineer status (or on track within six months).
• Practical site experience and a problem-solving mindset for construction-related challenges.
• Expertise in temporary works design and structural systems, including steel and concrete.
• Proficiency in 3D structural analysis software and familiarity with design codes and standards (Australian or UAE/GCC).
• Strong organisational, communication, and team collaboration skills.
• Culturally aware and sensitive, with a passion for working in a diverse, dynamic environment.

Why Dubai

Dubai is a global hub for groundbreaking infrastructure projects, offering opportunities to work on world-class designs while experiencing a vibrant lifestyle. From iconic bridges to transformative urban developments, your work will leave a lasting legacy.

Apply now to join a company where your skills, ambitions, and ideas shape Dubai's future and your own career.