Structural Engineer

We are looking for motivated structural engineers to cooperate in our Hong Kong Office.
Maffeis Engineering is a multi-disciplined engineering firm specialized on structural design and engineering for large space and complex steel structures. Maffeis has been going through significant expansion in the last years with presence in more than 12 countries and with a remarkable growth in Asia thanks to its involvement in some of major airport and stadium projects. As part of this expansion, Maffeis Engineering office in Hong Kong is looking for a Project Engineer to manage the current iconic projects in Hong Kong and Asia. This is an exciting moment to join our team with several growth opportunities for people with ambition and drive in Asia and the World. The applicant will report directly to the Hong Kong Regional Director, and she/he will be involved also in projects in the Region (i.e., Singapore, Mainland China, Southeast Asia).

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The role is Project Engineer with a focus on complex steel structures and relevant cladding design. The role will include the following responsibilities.

• Manage technical communication with the Client and other stakeholders to align on the expected deliverables and project timeframe.
• Comprehend engineering analysis and provide guidance to Maffeis team on Client’s requirements. Respond to the Client in case of request of clarification on engineering calculations and analysis. Present to the Client and other project stakeholders the results of the technical analysis.
• Engage and interface with other projects stakeholders (i.e., Employer, General Contractor, sub-contractors, and other consultants) together with the Client.
• Verify the correctness of the project workflow and documents record.
• Participate to all the project workshops, meetings, and calls. Prepare and manage minutes.
• Identify potential conditions for claims/variations and report to the Regional Director.
• Coordinate activities with Maffeis international teams involved in the supporting engineering analysis worldwide.
• Participate in the company growth by creating opportunities for new business.
• Support the commercial team during technical presentation for new projects.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Structural or civil engineering master’s degree.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Mandarin (Cantonese is a plus).
• 5 years of experience in steel structural design and engineering, fabrication, and installation aspects (preferable in Hong Kong or in Asia). Understand technical aspects and challenges of long span steel structures.
• Familiar with structural engineering FEM software, BIM, 3D software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong critical thinking skills, ability to assimilate and understand new concepts in short-time frames. Independent and pragmatic mindset.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work across functions and levels of seniority.
• Mature project management capabilities and highly organized with diligence. Comfortable working under deadlines and producing key deliverables.