FEA Structural Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking an experienced FEA Structural Engineer for offshore floating wind projects at FEED stage. The role involves performing structural analysis and producing high-quality design documentation while working closely with the Structural Design Lead. Candidates should have 8-10 years of experience in Offshore Structural Engineering with a strong background in floating wind structures. This position offers a contract outside IR35 with hybrid working options, focusing on technical challenges in renewable energy infrastructure.

Benefits

Hybrid working with flexible hours

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects

Supportive engineering culture

Qualifications

• 8-10 years’ experience in Offshore Structural Engineering.
• Strong background in design and modelling of floating wind or offshore structures.
• Advanced experience in Finite Element Analysis, particularly using SESAM.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis using Finite Element Analysis software.
• Produce detailed design calculations in line with industry codes and standards.
• Review and approve structural steel drawings as per design requirements.
• Prepare high-quality design reports and maintain project records.
• Carry out strength and fatigue assessments for floating substructures.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis software (SESAM, ABAQUS, ANSYS, SACS)

Structural analysis

Design calculations

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Naval Engineering or similar

Tools

SESAM

Job description

FEA Structural Engineer - Offshore Floating Wind

Kingston upon Thames

Contract, Outside IR35

Hybrid Working

I'm currently recruiting for an experienced FEA Structural Engineer to support major offshore floating wind projects at FEED stage. This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically strong engineering team working on innovative, large-scale renewable energy infrastructure.

The Role

You’ll work closely with the Structural Design Lead, contributing to the development of structural design solutions and preparation of high-quality structural design documentation for floating wind projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing structural analysis using Finite Element Analysis software (e.g. SESAM, ABAQUS, ANSYS, SACS)
• Producing detailed design calculations in line with industry codes and standards (DNV, API, AISC, Eurocodes, Norsok)
• Reviewing and approving structural steel drawings in line with engineering design requirements
• Preparing high-quality design reports and maintaining project records in line with internal procedures
• Carrying out strength and fatigue assessments for floating substructures
• Ensuring all activities comply with QHSE policies and procedures
• Applying sound engineering principles to support the wider project team
• Proposing alternative and innovative techniques to solve complex structural challenges (e.g. sub-modelling, influence matrices)

Essential Experience

• 8-10 years’ experience in Offshore Structural Engineering
• Strong background in design and modelling of floating wind or offshore structures
• Degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Naval Engineering, or similar
• Advanced experience in Finite Element Analysis, particularly using SESAM
• Solid understanding of floating wind structures and foundation design practices

What's on Offer

• Outside IR35 contract, full‑time
• Hybrid working with flexible hours (following an initial office‑based onboarding period)
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging, cutting‑edge offshore wind projects
• Supportive engineering culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and professional growth
• Start date: ASAP, subject to candidate availability