Structural Lead

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Job Title:

Structural Lead

Job Code: OTS/2025-26/ENG/STR/020/C1

Job Location:

Sharjah, UAE

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 10 to 15 years of experience in Marine and O&G sector.
• Minimum 8 to 12 years of experience in Structural discipline as Sr. Designer managing Designers and Draftsmen in the engineering department.

• Efficiently manage and support a team of Structural Designers and Detailers on a day-to-day basis, ensuring consistent operational delivery through smart working and efficient execution of their day-to-day tasks.
• liaise with internal clients (HR, IT) and furnish information for smooth functioning of the team.
• liaise with Engineering Manager daily and update overview, project planning, manpower forecast, and software requirements.
• provide assistance to Structural Designers and Detailers on any technical matters to improve productivity and submissions.
• maintain discipline and punctuality of team members.
• improve service delivery performance and reduce costs where possible.
• ensure KPIs are achieved by both teams.
• carry out Engineering Audits as per the plan.
• work alongside the team, assisting with resource requirements and technical issues or queries, and conduct a meeting at least once per week.
• follow up HR process such as formal and informal discussions on manpower requirements.
• support the Business Team in Structural 3D and 2D Detail engineering estimation and queries.
• maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees and developing personal growth opportunities.
• comply with all the QHSSE rules/regulations of OTS as well as client.

• Understanding of structural connections, fabrication, welding, and offshore installation methodologies.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Good knowledge in 3D software & AutoCAD 2D/3D.
• Experience visiting sites to gather information and details for bids and projects.
• Confidence to lead a team.
• Quick decision‑making ability.
• Good knowledge of MS Office.
• Good communication skills within the team and with clients (writing & verbal).
• Experience working on EPC projects and liaising with clients and third‑party verification bodies.
• ISO, HSE, OHSA certification is an additional feather if qualified.

Ocean Tech solutions is an engineering consultancy to oil & gas and marine industry.

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