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We're seeking an enthusiastic Senior Structural Engineer to join our expanding team in Gurugram. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to make a significant impact on some of the most exciting projects in India and beyond. Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional. From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary. Your next role Structural design elements on projects as required, undertaking detailed engineering design of a wide variety of buildings in India and further afield. Working closely with technicians on CAD and REVIT drawings. Representing Buro Happold at meetings with the client, other professionals, and suppliers. Delivering excellent project work within agreed deadlines and within budget. Ensuring appropriate service/design decisions are met. Keeping senior staff informed of important and relevant design decisions to make sure that the objectives of the company and the client are achieved. Coordinating your work with other members of the project team. Your Skills And Experience Master's Degree in Structural Engineering 8-10 years of relevant experience, international experience is an advantage. Experience with secondary steel is essential. Good AutoCAD skills and other engineering software; Revit Structures is an advantage. Good English skills. Working knowledge and understanding of relevant domestic standards. Strong verbal and written communication skills Confident and proactive approach to problem-solving. What We Offer You Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies. Competitive salary and benefits package, including Annual Discretionary Bonus, Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme for both you and your family, Group Personal Accident Cover Our 5-day workweek policy supports work-life balance, ensuring you have time to relax and recharge. A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you. Receive entitlements to two professional memberships or subscriptions, fostering your professional network and knowledge. Benefit from our Employee Referral Bonus, rewarding you for bringing talented candidates into our fold. A commitment to your wellbeing through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellness initiatives designed to support your mental and physical health. Back to Work Program for Women - Swam Siddha - We're committed to empowering women, facilitating seamless re-entry into the workforce through our dedicated program. Engage with our vibrant community through the Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, and BH Women's Network, fostering a supportive and diverse workplace culture. Make a difference in the world with our Share Our Skills (SOS) program, offering opportunities to support local communities and those in need globally. An International Culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional. Join us to find out what you’re capable of. A place for everyone Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers. Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive. We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions. Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact IndiaHR@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.