Blast Engineer (Structural Engineering)

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Blast Engineer specializing in Structural Engineering to join our team in Singapore. In this critical role, you will be responsible for designing and analyzing structures to withstand blast effects, ensuring the safety and integrity of buildings and infrastructure.

• Develop blast-resistant designs for various structures, including buildings, bridges, and industrial facilities
• Conduct detailed structural analyses using finite element analysis software to assess blast effects on structures
• Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for potential blast scenarios
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate blast-resistant designs into overall project plans
• Ensure compliance with international building codes and standards related to blast protection
• Prepare technical reports, design calculations, and construction drawings
• Provide expert consultation on blast-resistant design to clients and project stakeholders
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in blast engineering and protective design techniques
• Manage and mentor junior engineers in blast-resistant design principles and methodologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering; Master's degree preferred
• Certification in blast-resistant design (e.g., ASCE Blast Protection of Buildings) highly desirable but not a must
• Minimum 1 year of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on blast-resistant design projects
• Extensive knowledge of structural engineering principles and blast-resistant design techniques
• Proficiency in finite element analysis software, AutoCAD or similar CAD software, and structural analysis tools
• Strong understanding of international building codes and standards related to blast protection
• Expertise in blast effects on structures, protective design, and risk assessment methodologies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach
• Strong project management abilities and experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for technical report writing and client interactions
• Ability to work efficiently and organize multiple projects simultaneously
• Willingness to travel occasionally for on-site assessments and client meetings

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

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You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

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Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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