Senior Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventus Energy is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead engineering scopes in offshore and onshore projects. The role involves design, analysis, and project management, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering innovation and team development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of engineering experience in the energy sector.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across engineering disciplines.
• Manage engineering activities across multiple EPCI projects.
• Conduct engineering risk assessments and ensure compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

STAAD

MathCAD

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Company Overview:

Aventus Energy is a leading EPCI (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation) company providing innovative solutions to the energy sector. We are dedicated to delivering complex projects with precision and expertise, contributing to the global shift towards sustainable energy. At Aventus Energy, we value integrity, collaboration, and a forward-thinking approach in everything we do.

Position Overview:

Aventus Energy Ltdare seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our multi-discipline engineering team. The Senior Structural Engineer will play a key role in the delivery of structural engineering scopes across a range of offshore and onshore projects. This includes the design, analysis, and assessment of structural components for new developments, modifications, and maintenance of existing assets throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept development to detailed design, fabrication, and installation.

The role offers the opportunity to work on challenging EPCI projects in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of structural solutions from concept through to installation.

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering Leadership & Project Execution:

• Provide technical leadership across all engineering disciplines, ensuring project deliverables are technically correct and meet the required quality and industry safety requirements.
• Manage engineering activities across multiple EPCI projects, coordinating with procurement, fabrication, and construction teams.
• Oversee the development of engineering documentation, including specifications, calculations, drawings, and reports.
• Responsible for ensuring that check and approval of engineering deliverables is carried out in support of an auditable quality assurance process.
• Conduct design reviews and technical evaluations to ensure designs are optimised for fabrication, installation, and operational efficiency.
• Produce structural calculation analysis and engineering reports applicable to the required industry & client standards for diverse projects and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory guidelines (e.g. ASME, ISO, DNV, API, Eurocodes etc).

Multi-Disciplinary Coordination:

• Act as the key technical interface between engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction teams.
• Work closely with structural, mechanical and piping engineers to ensure fully integrated designs.
• Manage design changes and technical clarifications with clients and third-party stakeholders.

Technical Innovation & Continuous Improvement:

• Drive innovation by implementing new technologies, digital tools, and engineering best practices.
• Identify opportunities for optimisation, cost reduction, and improved efficiency in engineering solutions.
• Support research and development initiatives for energy transition and renewable energy projects.

Team Development & Mentorship:

• Lead, mentor and develop less experienced engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Act as a buddy to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Conduct training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance team capabilities.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Conduct engineering risk assessments and ensure mitigation strategies are in place.
• Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies throughout all engineering activities.
• Support regulatory compliance efforts, including certifications and approvals from industry bodies.

Budget and Cost Control:

• Support the commercial and technical bidding process by estimating engineering project budgets and other bid development activities.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring that projects are delivered within financial constraints and variation control is properly managed.
• Work with procurement teams to ensure the cost-effective selection of materials and resources without compromising quality or safety.

Qualifications / Requirements / Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or related discipline). A Master’s degree is but not essential.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartership with a recognised institution (e.g. IMechE, ICE, IET, IStructE) is but not essential.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5-8 years of engineering experience, with demonstrable experience of leading engineering projects within the energy sector, preferably in offshore and energy projects.
• Prior experience within an engineering consultancy environment is .
• Strong experience in EPCI project execution, with an understanding of the full lifecycle from design to installation.

Technical Skills:

• Technical expertise in energy engineering, including knowledge of design principles, codes, standards, and construction methodologies (e.g. ASME, ISO, DNV, API, Eurocodes etc).
• Demonstrable experience in industry standard engineering software (e.g. STAAD, MathCAD, Inventor NASTRAN, ABAQUS, AutoCAD, Ansys, etc).
• Experience with producing comprehensive engineering analysis and engineering reports documents.

Soft Skills:

• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating project risks.
• High level of accountability, with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.