swathy Rajan
sligo
Summary
I am a Structural Engineer at CST Group Consulting Engineers with experience in Ireland and the Middle East. I’m proficient in using industry-standard design software such as Tekla Tedds, Tekla Structural Designer, and Tekla Portal Frame Designer. I have hands-on experience in the structural design of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, including portal frames, timber, and masonry structures. I’m well-versed in applying Eurocodes to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant structural solutions that meet client and regulatory standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Structural engineer
CST Group consulting engineers
, Ireland
07.2022 - Current
- Carry out structural design and analysis of steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and timber buildings in collaboration with the design team and architect/client.
- Develop global analysis models in Tekla Structural Designer for steel and RCC building projects.
- Perform detailed element design using TEDDS, including reinforced concrete elements (slabs, beams, columns, foundations), steel members and design checks, and masonry and timber elements (bearing capacity checks and racking wall design).
- Work closely with the engineering manager to discuss design approach, resolve structural conflicts, and agree technical solutions.
- Coordinate daily with technicians and draughtsmen to convert calculations and models into compliant structural drawings.
- Attend site inspections to verify reinforcement, steel members, connections, and general compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Review and comment on drawings and BIM outputs to ensure alignment with design intent, and relevant standards.
Structural Engineer
YMS Engineering
Dubai, UAE
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Optimised performance and cost of steel structures through value engineering.
- Analysed and designed steel structures, including trusses, buildings, and composite structures, using STAAD.Pro, ETABS, SAP 2000, and Idea Statica.
- Reviewed structural calculations and ensured the accuracy of drawings of steel structures.
- Ensured all engineering deliverables (analysis, designs, drawings, specifications) comply with applicable regulations, standards, and sound engineering practices.
- Represented the structural team in design approval meetings with Dubai Municipality and consultants, presenting technical justifications and resolving authority comments on structural designs and drawings.
Structural Engineer
Dutch star construction
Dubai, UAE
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Developed structural models of steel buildings, steel canopies, secondary steel structures using STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, and ETABS, and designed steel connections using RAM Connection software.
- Worked closely with site engineers to identify and resolve structural conflicts during construction.
- Collaborated with the Project Manager to prepare risk assessment reports, identifying potential structural, site, and other hazards, and recommending mitigation measures.
Junior Structural Engineer-contract
E2P Conultancy
Dubai, UAE
08.2017 - 09.2017
- Performed connection design of pipe rack connections for Barry biomass vessel (contractor: Harris Pye, Dubai).
- Carried out various types of connection designs (bolted and welded, mainly) in RAM connection software for a deaerator steel platform.
Junior Structural Engineer
Dutch star Construction
Dubai, UAE
12.2015 - 06.2017
- Modeled steel structures using STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, and ETABS, and designed steel connections with RAM Connection software under senior engineer supervision.
- Prepared structural calculation packages, drawings, and technical documentation for review and approval, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
- Reviewed steel shop drawings, connection details, and material take-offs for accuracy and compliance with LFRD, ACI 318, AISC, ASCE 7-10 standards.
- Prepared material take-offs, bills of quantities, and technical documentation to support procurement process.
- Gained practical experience applying steel design codes and standards (AISC, ASCE, BS) under supervision.
Intern
CSIR-Structural Engineering
Chennai, India
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Developed numerical models (FEA) of cold-formed steel connections in Abaqus software, analysing behaviour under various loadings to inform design recommendations.
- Conducted experimental and analytical testing of cold-formed steel beam-column connections in the laboratory, evaluating moment-rotation behaviour using Eurocode EN 1993-1-3 to validate theoretical models under the supervision of Scientist.
Education
Masters in structural engineering -
Manipal Institute of Technology
Manipal India 08.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelors in Civil Engineering (level 6) -
Institution of Engineers (India)
Kolkata, India 08.2008 - 03.2012
Skills
- Structural design and optimisation
- Team collaboration
- RCC, steel, masonry, and timber structures
- Tekla structural design and TEDDS
- Temporary works design
Certification
- Member of Engineers Ireland
- Safepass
- Associate Member of Institution of India(IEI)
Timeline
Structural engineer
CST Group consulting engineers
07.2022 - Current
Structural Engineer
YMS Engineering
10.2020 - 05.2022
Structural Engineer
Dutch star construction
04.2018 - 09.2020
Junior Structural Engineer-contract
E2P Conultancy
08.2017 - 09.2017
Junior Structural Engineer
Dutch star Construction
12.2015 - 06.2017
Intern
CSIR-Structural Engineering
06.2014 - 05.2015
Masters in structural engineering -
Manipal Institute of Technology
08.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelors in Civil Engineering (level 6) -
Institution of Engineers (India)
08.2008 - 03.2012