SENIOR OFFSHORE STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly skilled Senior Offshore Structural Engineer. The role involves detailed design and engineering analysis for offshore structures. Candidates should have 13-17 years of experience in offshore structural engineering and a strong technical foundation. The position offers an opportunity to work across multiple phases of oil and gas projects, contributing technical expertise and mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• 13-17 years of relevant experience in offshore structural engineering.
• Proven hands-on experience in offshore structural design and engineering analysis.
• Familiarity with OPCO/client standards like ADNOC and TOTAL.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design and structural analyses for offshore structures.
• Conduct in-depth constructability reviews and provide engineering support.
• Prepare and review structural calculations and design reports.

Skills

Hands-on design experience

Technical problem-solving

Proficiency in structural analysis software

Knowledge of international design codes

Weight control engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil & Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

SACS

USFOS

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Offshore Structural Engineer with extensive experience in offshore structural design and engineering. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise hands-on design experience and the ability to work across multiple phases of offshore oil and gas projects including conceptual FEED EPC and EPIC.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Perform detailed design and structural analyses for offshore structures such as:
• Jackets and piled foundations
• Topside modules and integrated decks
• Bridges and flare structures
• Pipeline risers
• Installation engineering (float-over/float-off)
• Conduct in-depth constructability reviews and provide engineering support for brownfield modifications.
• Carry out weight control engineering including estimates monitoring and reporting.
• Prepare and review structural calculations design reports drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with client and international standards.
• Interface with project teams client representatives certification authorities subcontractors and global work-share offices to ensure smooth execution of deliverables.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet project quality safety and compliance requirements.
• Contribute technical expertise throughout all project phases: conceptual FEED detailed design EPC and EPIC.
• Support and mentor junior engineers promoting technical excellence within the team.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree (B.E./) in Civil & Structural Engineering.
• Masters degree (M.E./) in Structural Engineering preferred
• 13-17 years of relevant experience in offshore structural engineering.
• Proven hands-on experience in offshore structural design and engineering analysis.
• Strong technical foundation with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software (SACS USFOS etc.).
• Comprehensive knowledge of international design codes (API RP 2A AISC ISO etc.).
• Familiarity with OPCO/client standards (e.g. ADNOC TOTAL etc.).
• Strong expertise in both new design and modification projects (greenfield & brownfield).
• Solid background in weight control engineering and constructability reviews.

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ENGINEERING