Senior Offshore Structural Designer

Anotech; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Anotech, a subsidiary of ALTEN, is seeking an experienced Offshore Structural Designer in the United Arab Emirates with extensive offshore design experience. You will develop offshore 3D structural models and drawings using S3D/SmartSketch, perform MTOs, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams through Concept, FEED, EPC and EPIC phases.

The role requires strong knowledge of offshore modelling, drawing production, and material take-offs, with proficiency in S3D, SmartSketch, E3D, PDMS, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of offshore structural design experience.
• Proficient in SmartPlant 3D (S3D) and SmartSketch.
• Experience with E3D, PDMS, AutoCAD and other structural design software.
• Strong knowledge of offshore structural modelling, drawing production, and material take-offs.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D structural models and engineering drawings using SmartPlant 3D (S3D) and SmartSketch.
• Prepare material take-offs (MTOs) and material requisitions.
• Perform 3D model reviews and clash detection.
• Model and detail offshore structures such as jackets, topsides, platforms, helidecks, bridges, and equipment supports.
• Review vendor drawings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support projects during Concept, FEED, EPC, and EPIC phases.

Skills

Offshore design experience

Strong communication

Coordination & problem solving

Tools

SmartPlant 3D

SmartSketch

E3D

PDMS

AutoCAD

Job description

The Structural Designer is responsible for developing offshore structural 3D models and engineering drawings to support the design and execution of offshore oil and gas projects, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop 3D structural models and engineering drawings using SmartPlant 3D (S3D) and SmartSketch.
• Prepare material take-offs (MTOs) and material requisitions.
• Perform 3D model reviews and clash detection.
• Model and detail offshore structures such as jackets, topsides, platforms, helidecks, bridges, and equipment supports.
• Review vendor drawings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support projects during Concept, FEED, EPC, and EPIC phases.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of offshore structural design experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Proficient in SmartPlant 3D (S3D) and SmartSketch
• Experience with E3D, PDMS, AutoCAD, and other structural design software.
• Strong knowledge of offshore structural modelling, drawing production, and material take-offs.
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

A subsidiary of ALTEN, Anotech provides complementary expertise in project execution and operational engineering to optimize schedules, budgets, and quality. Specializing in high-CAPEX energy projects, we support major clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, from strategic planning to deployment. With a presence in more than 30 countries, including Houston, the Netherlands, Dubai, Singapore, and Shanghai, we support in operating effectively in complex, multicultural environments, delivering large-scale energy projects with efficiency and reliability.