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Senior Civil Engineer

Hybrid in Alcobendas·Full-time·Added 7 months ago (last checked 12 Oct)

RDT

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Alcobendas
Contract
Full-time
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Experience
10+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • BSc (Civil Engineering) / BEng (Civil)

  • 10 years of relevant experience in oil and gas projects (design and calculation)

  • Excellent command of Spanish and English

  • Good organization, written and oral skills

  • Knowledge of Spanish and international standards and codes (EHE, CTE, EAE, EuroCodes, AISC, ACI, etc.)

  • Advanced user of StaadPro, Sap2000 and MS Office

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Full-time

  • Participation in high-level technical industrial and construction projects.

  • Professional multidisciplinary environment with national and international teams.

  • Opportunities for development and continuous training.

  • One day of remote work (Friday)

Visa & relocation

  • A valid permit to live and work in Spain is required

The role

At RDT we are looking for a STRUCTURAL CIVIL ENGINEER with experience in industrial plants and energy.

What you'll do

  • Perform structural and civil calculations such as foundations, piling, earthworks, retaining walls, dynamic calculations, steel structures, blast-resistant buildings, etc.

  • Interpretation of geotechnical reports

  • Prepare contract requests for civil and structural works on assigned projects

  • Prepare job specifications for civil and structural works on assigned projects.

  • Review, comment on, and approve steel workshop drawings.

  • Review, comment on, and approve precast concrete workshop drawings.

  • Coordination with the civil/structural team as well as with other teams from different disciplines

  • Ensure that all civil or structural engineering works on assigned projects are carried out in accordance with the project specification requirements.

  • Identify circumstances considered likely to cause contractual changes and prepare man-hour estimates to support contractual changes.

  • Report to the Civil Engineering Lead and the Engineering Manager regarding any delays and their causes, as well as proposed corrective actions, including any technical issues and unresolved differences with other groups.

  • Coordinate with designated specialist consultants to support the Civil Engineering, Design Group and construction personnel, and attend to on-site queries during construction

  • Perform periodic inspections of civil and structural works during construction to ensure the correct interpretation of designs and issue completion certificates for structural works performed on assigned projects.

  • Provide guidance and training to junior and trainee engineers

  • Stay up to date with advancements in the field of civil and structural engineering

  • Perform functions that may be reasonably assigned by the Civil Engineering Lead and the Engineering Manager

About RDT

RDT is an engineering and consulting firm specializing in technical services for industrial and infrastructure projects. With a multidisciplinary team of engineers, the company provides design, project management, and technical advisory services across sectors such as energy, civil works, and industrial facilities. RDT operates with a national footprint and continues to expand its operational capacity from its base in Barcelona.

RDT's Spanish presence is centered in Barcelona, which serves as the main hub for its engineering talent. The company is known for its collaborative and technically driven work environment, offering opportunities for international engineers looking to work on complex infrastructural projects. While not a globally recognized brand, RDT is a respected player in Spain's engineering sector, providing a solid entry point for internationally oriented technical professionals.

Industry
Engineering and IT solutions
Founded
1987
Employees
250–1,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona
Website
rdt.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Work on a variety of technical projects in the dynamic engineering sector with a well-established local team.
  • The main office is located in Barcelona, a city with excellent international connectivity and a high quality of life.
  • RDT offers opportunities for engineers looking to gain project experience in the Spanish market.
  • Professional development is supported through in-house technical challenges and collaborative teamwork.

In their own words

About the company & team

RDT is an innovative business group in advanced engineering and information technologies, with offices in 10 countries and more than 1,800 professionals. Our cutting-edge approach allows us to develop high-impact solutions based on technical excellence, agility, and reliability.

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