About Us

At Braden, we are driven by the extraordinary potential of our colleagues to tackle even the most complex challenges. We turn obstacles into opportunities, and our shared commitment to a sustainable future starts with each of us. Every day, our team collaborates to share knowledge and improve wherever possible, creating lasting benefits for generations to come.

With design offices in Europe, the United Kingdom, and North America, Braden combines over 100 years of innovation with a strong dedication to customer excellence. We deliver performance and product efficiency for customers in power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, and industrial sectors. Our offices are strategically positioned to provide global access to our expertise while maintaining a local focus in everything we do. We are a leading supplier of auxiliary equipment for major gas turbine OEMs and a trusted provider of aftermarket products and services for gas turbine operators worldwide.

Role, Team & Location

We are looking for a Structural Engineer to join our Product Solutions team in Heerlen. In this role, you will be responsible for performing structural calculations, analyses, and design verifications for Braden’s engineered products — focusing primarily on the external and supporting structures. You will ensure that all solutions meet the required safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness standards.

You will collaborate closely with Application Engineers, Design Engineers, Simulation Engineers, and Project Managers to develop reliable structural solutions that comply with customer and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

As a Structural Engineer at Braden, you will play a key role in ensuring the structural integrity and reliability of our engineered solutions. From the early offer stage to project execution, you are responsible for transforming complex technical requirements into safe, efficient, and compliant structural designs. You perform and verify structural calculations, assess load-bearing components, and translate your findings into clear design concepts that support both customer needs and internal standards.

Working closely with all colleagues, you ensure that every structure meets the required technical, contractual, and quality criteria. Your analytical mindset enables you to evaluate forces, stresses, and material behaviour under various operating conditions, ensuring each solution is both robust and cost-effective.

In this role, you also provide essential technical input during the proposal phase — supporting the sales team with accurate assessments and recommendations that strengthen Braden’s competitive position. Once projects move into execution, you coordinate the transfer of technical details and calculation results, ensuring a seamless handover and smooth collaboration across teams. Beyond the office, you may visit customers, fabricators, or job sites to review structural concepts and discuss engineering solutions directly. You are constantly looking for opportunities to improve — developing innovative, practical, and cost-efficient approaches that enhance the quality and performance of Braden’s products.

Ultimately, your work ensures that every structure we deliver is not only technically sound but also contributes to Braden’s reputation for excellence and reliability in the global energy industry.

What You Bring

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Structural Engineer in a structural steel manufacturing or similar engineering environment.
• Experience with structural design software such as ANSYS, STAAD, and Autodesk Inventor.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, materials, and stress analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant engineering principles, manufacturing practices, and fabrication methods.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Why Join Us

Joining Braden means becoming part of a dedicated team united by a shared purpose: creating sustainable, innovative solutions. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions alongside talented professionals who share your commitment to the planet. We provide a supportive, inclusive environment where collaboration drives progress, and every voice can make a difference.

Ready to take on this exciting opportunity? Apply today and become part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability!