Civil Engineer
Pubblicato il 22-09-2026 - HHLA PLT Italy in Trieste
The new Multipurpose Terminal in the Port of Trieste for Container, RoRo, General Cargo and Project Cargo. The terminal, located in the heart of the Adriatic, is to accommodate growing demand and to become the future interchange platform between sea and rail on the intersection of Baltic, Adriatic and Mediterranean railway.
Civil Engineer
Trieste, Via degli Alti Forni snc.
HHLA PLT Italy S.r.l.
Transport/Logistics/Container Handling
Purpose of the job
We are looking for a Civil Engineer to support the design, maintenance and development of port and maritime infrastructures. The selected candidate will work on projects involving quay walls, piers, coastal protection works, and port-related facilities. The role includes technical design, maintenance, calculations, preparation of engineering documents, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams and port authorities. Support for site activities and supervision of construction works is also required
Summary of responsibilities:
- Prepare preliminary, detailed and final designs for maritime structures
- Understand and interpret coastal and hydraulic analyses, including wave dynamics, currents and sediment transport
- Conduct geotechnical assessments
- Produce drawings, technical reports and cost estimates
- Support construction supervision and site activities
- Collaborate with port authorities, licensing bodies and external consultants
- Contribute to port layout planning and logistics development
Key performance indicators
- Improve the efficiency, durability and integrity of port facilities.
- Reduce facility repair times and optimise preventive maintenance.
- Update technical documentation and internal procedures in accordance with the latest regulations.
- Implement remote monitoring and predictive diagnostics systems.
- Develop projects to modernise ecological and digital infrastructure.
Geographic Scope & Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel (<15%)
Requirements:
Education & Experience
- Degree in Civil Engineering with Civil Engineer license
- At least 5 years' experience in the design and maintenance of complex civile and/or port structures.
Technical Skills & Knowledge Required (specific skills and knowledge required for the position)
- Structural engineering and geotechnics + (maritime construction is a plus). Be able to perform structural calculations and checks, comply with technical regulations for civil/maritime construction, and ensure safety and compliance
- Design, management and maintenance of port and/or logistics infrastructure
- Project management: ability to coordinate design, works management, site management, port and/or logistic maintenance, coordination with multiple parties (contractors, agencies, port authorities)
- Advanced engineering analysis and modelling: use of calculation tools, hydrodynamic modelling, wave motion simulation, statistical analysis of meteorological and marine data, study of environmental and marine-coastal conditions
- Good Knowledge of Structural Calculation Software
- Very good command of AutoCAD
- Experience with energy efficiency and sustainability technologies.
Preferred:
- Specialised structural design and calculation for marine and or logistic environments.
- Understanding of port/maritime regulations and rules: knowledge of regulations in the fields of construction, safety, the environment and maritime standards — essential for safety, authorisations, environmental impact and compliance
- Knowledge of the Trieste Port Master Plan.
- Ability to use maintenance management software.
- Ability to liaise with certification bodies and maritime authorities.
Behavioral Competences Required
- Professional with a hands-on mentality, task-oriented attitude in order to meet the expected project milestones
- Problem solving to tackle complex engineering challenges, and quick decision making in critical situations.
- Communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams and non-technical stakeholders
- Safety and structural maintenance management: knowing how to plan inspections, assess deterioration or damage, plan maintenance work, and understand issues such as corrosion in marine environments
- Adaptability and continuous learning: as technologies, regulations and environmental requirements evolve.
Language Requirements
- Proficient in Italian (preferably native-speaker)
- Written and spoken English
Other Requirements
- Valid EU work permit.
- Willing to relocate to Trieste at short notice.
Salary range: 50.000-65.000€
The salary range indicated represents the expected compensation for the position. The final compensation package will be determined at the end of the recruitment process, considering professional experience, skills, and overall suitability for the role.
We encourage applications from candidates belonging to protected categories under Law 68/99, including individuals with disabilities and other underrepresented groups.
As an international logistics company with its roots in Hamburg, HHLA stands for cosmopolitanism and tolerance. We are convinced of the advantages of different perspectives, experiences, and competences. Our aim is to create a working environment in which humanity, mutual respect and appreciation are the basis for the actions of all employees.
If you would like to shape the future of HHLA PLT Italy together with us, we look forward to receiving your detailed application - preferably online via our application form.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
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