Dilip Chandran
Cooma,Australia
Summary
Permanent Works / Structural Engineer with 10+ years of international experience delivering structural design, analysis, and site engineering support across infrastructure, industrial, and commercial projects. Currently contributing to the Snowy 2.0 hydropower project in NSW, one of Australia’s largest renewable infrastructure developments delivered by Snowy Hydro. Strong experience in Structural modelling, steel connection design, structural inspections, Interface coordination with different responsible designers. Proven ability to work with contractors, consultants, and project teams to deliver engineering solutions aligned with Australian and international engineering standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permanent Works Engineer – Structures
WeBuild – Future Generation Joint Venture (FGJV)
NSW, Australia
02.2023 - Current
- Support design and construction of Surface buildings at ECVT Portal, MAT Portal, Marica and Intake structures.
- Facilitate design coordination meetings across multiple design stakeholders to resolve technical issues and ensure timely submissions.
- Assist with scope preparation and engineering deliverables aligned with project schedule requirements.
- Managed multidisciplinary design interfaces between civil, structural, and E&M teams, coordinating with contractors and consultants including Voith and WSP to resolve technical issues and maintain design integration.
- Deliver permanent works design coordination and construction engineering support for road and trunk services infrastructure.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary Safety in Design workshops to integrate safety considerations into structural and infrastructure designs, reducing construction and operational risks.
- Manage RFIs and technical queries through coordination with responsible designers and consultants.
- Reviewed Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and coordinated with the Quality team and designers to develop corrective actions and close out quality issues.
- Supported construction teams by providing engineering input to resolve NCRs and ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Snowy 2.0 Project – NSW, Australia
- (Project Value: approx. AUD 12 billion)
Civil / Structural Engineer
Al Hadi Engineering – Bahrain
Bahrain
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Delivered Structural design and site coordination for Industrial, Commercial & residential developments.
- Designed Steel structures, mezzanine floors, and raft foundations for dome structures.
- Managed Structural retrofitting and repair works.
- Supervised site works and coordinated with contractors to ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Contributed to the preparation of method statements and scopes of work in collaboration with senior engineers, ensuring alignment with design requirements and project safety standards.
- Carried out site inspections of precast structures and reinforcing steel (rebar) to confirm compliance with design documentation, construction standards, and quality requirements.
- (Residential & Commercial Projects – approx. USD 3–10 million)
Design Engineer – Structural
Arthur Best Consulting Engineers – India/UAE/Qatar
India/UAE/Qatar
- Handled multiple industrial and commercial projects which include Jumeirah Gate Towers (UAE), Plaza 30 (Qatar)
- Structural analysis and design using STAAD Pro.
- Performed wind and temperature analysis for façade structures.
- Designed curtain wall systems, steel brackets, and structural connections.
- Completed FEM modelling and design reports for major commercial projects including Jumeirah Gate Towers.
- Review and validation of documents as part of structural verification.
- (High-rise façade projects – approx. USD 50–100 million)
Structural Engineer
Kooheji Engineering Consultancy – Bahrain
Bahrain
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Conducted design validation and structural approvals for a 6-storey RCC building project.
- Coordinated with contractors on raft foundation design and structural elements.
- Performed site inspections, supervision, and project progress reviews.
Civil/Structural Engineer
Dynaxcel Engineers – Bahrain
Bahrain
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Worked on multiple industrial infrastructure projects including District cooling plants, ALBA, ARLA, Tebodin & BAPCO
- District Cooling Plant – Marassi Al Bahrain (Client: Veolia / Araner)
- ALBA Utilities Structures (Client: Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C.)
- BAPCO - Gas Skid Foundation Design
- BAPCO - Industrial Bunker Foundation Design
- Structural analysis and design using FEM software.
- Steel connection design using IDEA Statica.
- Site inspection and coordination with contractors.
- Preparation of structural design reports and documentation.
- Prepared project scopes of work and tender documentation to support project bidding and procurement activities.
- Inspected welded structural and piping components, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, quality standards, and project specifications.
- Conducting interface coordination meetings and solving technical and quality issues related to precast and steel optimization.
- Underwent study for the sheet piling operations as part of the soil stability for deep foundations.
- (Industrial Projects – approx. USD 20–50 million)
Structural Engineer
WVA Consulting Engineers – India
India
08.2015 - 04.2018
- Structural design of commercial and auditorium buildings using ETABS.
- Foundation design including isolated and stepped footings.
- Structural drawings and design documentation preparation.
- Site supervision and construction coordination.
- To Provide Civil & Structural engineering design and structural inspection of the temporary and permanent structure.
- Design calculation & shop drawing for temporary structures and seek approval from the consultant in charge.
- (High-rise building and commercial projects– approx. USD 25–75 million)
Design Engineer (Structural)
Shafa Construction
01.2014 - 01.2015
Civil Engineer (Structures)
GM Constructions
01.2013 - 01.2014
Junior Engineer
Puravankara Builders
01.2010 - 01.2011
Trainee Engineer
Architectural Firm
01.2009 - 01.2010
Education
Civil Engineering
SCMS School of Engineering
India08-2009
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
SCMS School of Engineering
India08-2009
Skills
- Infrastructure Engineering
- Permanent Works Engineering
- Structural Design & Analysis
- Hydropower & Infrastructure Projects
- Steel Connection Design
- Engineering Coordination
- Engineering Design Review
- RFIs & Technical Queries
- Consultant Coordination
- Construction Support
- Engineering Documentation
- ETABS
- Staad pro
- RAM Elements (Basic Knowledge)
- Connection software’s
- AutoCAD
- REVIT (Basic Knowledge)
Certification
- Chartered Engineer – Institution of Engineers India
- Licensed Building Engineer – India
- Category B Engineer – Council of Engineers Bahrain
- Structural Analysis & Design Workshop – Ambuja Cements
- Personality & Public Speaking Training – Ramanathan Institute
Timeline
Permanent Works Engineer – Structures
WeBuild – Future Generation Joint Venture (FGJV)
02.2023 - Current
Civil / Structural Engineer
Al Hadi Engineering – Bahrain
04.2022 - 12.2023
Structural Engineer
Kooheji Engineering Consultancy – Bahrain
01.2021 - 08.2021
Civil/Structural Engineer
Dynaxcel Engineers – Bahrain
09.2019 - 12.2020
Structural Engineer
WVA Consulting Engineers – India
08.2015 - 04.2018
Design Engineer (Structural)
Shafa Construction
01.2014 - 01.2015
Civil Engineer (Structures)
GM Constructions
01.2013 - 01.2014
Junior Engineer
Puravankara Builders
01.2010 - 01.2011
Trainee Engineer
Architectural Firm
01.2009 - 01.2010
Design Engineer – Structural
Arthur Best Consulting Engineers – India/UAE/Qatar
Civil Engineering
SCMS School of Engineering
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
SCMS School of Engineering