Senior Structural Health Monitoring Specialist (Remote, UAE)

About the role

A fully remote, 100% work-from-home position in the UAE seeks an experienced Senior Structural Health Monitoring Specialist to assess the condition, performance and long-term integrity of buildings, bridges, industrial facilities and other critical structures. The specialist oversees monitoring strategies, evaluates sensor data, interprets structural performance indicators and recommends early detection of deterioration and damage, working remotely with engineers, asset managers, inspection teams and consultants.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and review SHM strategies and monitoring requirements for buildings, bridges, towers and infrastructure assets.
• Review sensor selection, placement and configuration, and assess data from strain gauges, accelerometers, inclinometers, load cells and temperature sensors.
• Analyze structural response under static, dynamic, thermal and operational loads, and evaluate vibration characteristics, modal analysis results and time-history data.
• Identify abnormal behaviour, fatigue effects and anomalies; support baseline performance profiles and threshold-based alert systems.
• Evaluate data quality, calibration and signal noise, and review data acquisition systems, telemetry and monitoring dashboards.
• Apply statistical analysis and signal processing, support predictive monitoring models, and compare finite element analysis results with measured behaviour.
• Prepare assessment reports, monitoring summaries, technical recommendations and risk evaluations, and coordinate with field inspection teams and contractors.
• Support asset management plans, recommend sensor upgrades and maintenance priorities, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering; Master's or PhD in a related field is an advantage.
• Significant professional experience in structural health monitoring, structural assessment or infrastructure asset management.
• Experience reviewing sensor data, finite element models, inspection findings and NDT reports, and preparing technical reports.
• Professional engineering registration or relevant structural monitoring certifications are desirable.

Required skills

• Structural dynamics, modal analysis, vibration monitoring and fatigue assessment.
• Signal processing, statistical analysis, anomaly detection and condition monitoring.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems, telemetry and remote monitoring technologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and engineering software and data visualization tools.

What we offer

• A 100% remote working arrangement within the UAE employment context.
• Exposure to advanced sensor technologies, engineering analytics and predictive monitoring systems.
• Professional development in structural dynamics, infrastructure assessment and asset management.

To apply, submit an updated CV through the application process, stating the subject "Application - Senior Structural Health Monitoring Specialist (UAE Remote)". Candidates should confirm employment arrangements, residency requirements and work authorization before accepting an offer; physical inspections, sensor installation and field measurements must be carried out by locally qualified personnel, and formal engineering sign-offs must be handled by licensed professionals.