Offshore Civil Engineer

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An offshore engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a detail-oriented Offshore Civil Engineer to contribute to a large-scale offshore oil and gas project. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of relevant experience in civil and structural engineering, especially in offshore facilities, and proficiency in design software like SACS. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are necessary, as well as experience in Middle East projects, particularly with ADNOC. This role involves significant engineering design responsibilities and collaboration across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in offshore civil/structural engineering.
• At least 5 years in detailed design of offshore facilities.
• Experience with pile foundation design and marine loading/offloading facilities.
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review engineering designs for offshore civil and structural components.
• Develop and check detailed engineering deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with relevant international codes and local authority requirements.
• Coordinate with geotechnical and marine engineering teams.

Skills

Engineering design review

Foundation design

Offshore civil structures

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Tools

SACS

SESAM

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Offshore Civil Engineer to join our team in Abu Dhabi contributing to the design and engineering phases of a large-scale offshore oil and gas project in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will bring substantial experience in the design of offshore and marine civil structures with a strong foundation in detailed engineering constructability reviews and offshore standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform and review engineering designs for offshore civil and structural components including jackets topsides pile foundations subsea structures and marine terminals.
• Develop and check detailed engineering deliverables such as design calculations construction drawings material take-offs (MTOs) loadout/lift/transport analyses and installation procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant international codes (e.g. API RP 2A ISO 19901 DNV) ADNOC specifications and local authority requirements.
• Coordinate with geotechnical structural and marine engineering teams to optimize foundation and substructure designs.
• Participate in design reviews constructability workshops and HAZID/HAZOP sessions.
• Interface with offshore installation teams to provide technical support and resolve construction or installation issues.
• Review and assess contractor and vendor documentation for civil and structural scope.
• Ensure civil design integrates effectively with mechanical electrical and process systems in offshore environments.
• Prepare technical specifications scopes of work and contribute to bid evaluations and contract documentation.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in offshore oil and gas civil/structural engineering with at least 5 years in detailed design of offshore facilities.
• Proven experience in pile foundation design grillage design deck structures and marine loading/offloading facilities.
• Proficiency in structural design software (e.g. SACS SESAM or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of hydrodynamic and environmental loads on offshore structures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with fluency in English.
• Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional certification.
• Prior experience with Middle East offshore projects particularly ADNOC projects.
• Knowledge of brownfield offshore modifications structural integrity assessments and life extension studies.