Company Overview:

Freight Wings Pvt. Ltd. is a pioneer in the field of heavy engineering, structural erection, and marine infrastructure. With a proven track record in executing high-profile infrastructure projects including the Coastal Road Project, Mumbai Trans Harbour Link Project etc. we are looking to strengthen our design capability with a strategic technical leader.

Position Summary:

- We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Head of Structural Design to lead our internal design team. 

- The ideal candidate will oversee structural design strategy, ensure robust engineering practices, and directly contribute to complex design challenges. 

- Proficiency in MIDAS, STAAD.Pro, ANSYS & Auto Cad is essential. This is a leadership role requiring coordination with erection teams, project managers, and clients to ensure safe, cost-effective, and innovative structural solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the structural design team, including allocation of design tasks, technical reviews, and mentoring junior engineers.

- Provide expert-level analysis and design of structures using MIDAS, STAAD.Pro, ANSYS & Auto Cad.

- Review and approve structural drawings, models, calculations, BOQ's and design documentation.

- Ensure design compliance with relevant Indian and international standards (IS, IRC, Eurocode, AASHTO).

- Work closely with the projects, sales and execution teams to ensure constructible and site-adapted designs and solutions.

- Validate structural adequacy for heavy lifting, transportation, and erection-related operations

- Evaluate and optimize structural solutions for cost, efficiency, and sustainability.

- Represent the design department in client meetings, design reviews, and audits.

- Liaise with external consultants and vendors where necessary.

- Establish and implement best practices, templates, and design protocols for the department.

- Ensure timely delivery of design and solutions within budget and schedule constraints.

- Support project execution with detailed drawings, erection methodologies, and real-time problem-solving.

- Spearhead R&D efforts in modular design, lightweight structures, alternate materials, self-erecting systems, transportation systems.

- Stay updated with emerging technologies, tools, and software in structural engineering.

Required Qualifications:

- Education: M. Tech or B.E./B. Tech in Structural/Civil Engineering.

- Experience: Minimum 12 years of experience in structural design, with at least 3- 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.

- Software Proficiency : Expert-level skills in MIDAS Civil, ANSYS and STAAD.Pro; working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM platforms preferred.

- Proven track record in designing for infrastructure projects such as bridges, marine structures, and heavy steel erections, offshore/ onshore platforms.

Desired Competencies :

- Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring abilities.

- Deep knowledge of structural analysis and design for static and dynamic loads.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Ability to work under tight timelines and manage design risks proactively.

- Exposure to EPC or turnkey contracting environment.

- Familiarity with construction practices, equipment loads, and heavy lifting methodologies.

- Comfortable with field visits and coordination with on-site teams.