Field Engineer - Construction vessel

V.Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

V.Group is seeking a Field Engineer for construction vessel projects. The role involves offshore engineering work, liaising between onshore and vessel teams, and ensuring compliance with design criteria and company standards. A Civil or Mechanical Engineering degree and 4–8 years in structural design and offshore lifting are required.

You will coordinate with Superintendents, provide technical guidance, and contribute to safe, efficient offshore operations on construction vessels worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Excellent reporting and communication skills in Dutch and English are essential.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform offshore engineering work for each project.
• Advise Superintendent on project installation engineering matters.
• Act as liaison between onshore and offshore project teams and vessel staff.
• Ensure offshore engineering work meets company standards, design criteria and guidelines.
• Perform field calculations and designs.
• Coordinate and supervise dimensional control surveys.
• Verify calibration of inspection, measuring and test equipment.
• Prepare job reports.
• Coordinate and oversee welding operations with the Shift Welder Foreman.

Skills

Communication skills

Dutch language

English language

Safety minded

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Field Engineer - Construction vessel

Department: Engine

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Shipboard

Description

• Type: Construction vessel
• Gross Tonnage: 75374
• Dead Weight: 59404
• Built Year: 1978
• Flag: PAN
• Engine Maker: MAN
• Joining Date: 01 December 2026

Additional Information

• Your role in the story

As Field Engineer, you ensure that offshore engineering work is performed effectively and in accordance with company standards, design criteria and engineering guidelines. You advise the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent on project installation engineering matters and act as the link between the onshore and offshore project teams and vessel staff.

What you will be working on

• - Perform adequate offshore engineering work for each project.
• - Advise the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent on all project installation engineering matters.
• - Act as liaison between the onshore and offshore project teams and vessel staff.
• - Ensure offshore engineering work meets company standards, design criteria and engineering guidelines.
• - Perform field calculations and designs.
• Coordinate and supervise dimensional control surveys.
• - Verify calibration of inspection, measuring and test equipment.
• - Verify and approve or reject NE and OC reports.
• Prepare job reports.
• - Coordinate and oversee welding operations alongside the Shift Welder Foreman.

Key ingredients for success

• - Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
• - 4–8 years of relevant experience in structural design and calculations
• - Good knowledge of heavy lifting in an offshore environment
• - Excellent reporting and communication skills in Dutch and English
• - Practical mindset, flexibility and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• - Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork

Your future colleagues

You will work closely with our qualified deck teams, (Assistant) Superintendents, vessel staff and onshore and offshore Project Teams. Together, you will prepare and execute complex offshore activities safely and efficiently. Collaboration between engineering, construction and vessel operations is essential to the success of every project. You will coordinate with colleagues across disciplines to align technical preparations with the practical requirements on board. Our international teams bring together technical expertise, operational experience and a shared commitment to making the impossible possible at sea. Clear communication, practical problem-solving and close cooperation help keep our offshore projects on track. You will contribute to continuous improvements in operational procedures, safety, efficiency and quality.

Your Foundation for Success

At our core, we champion an entrepreneurial spirit and a relentless pursuit of growth. We seek individuals who excel in personal development, seize opportunities where others see challenges, and turn them into success. Whether you’re a creative problem-solver, an ambitious go-getter, or someone who thrives in collaboration, we cultivate a culture of passion, dedication, and continuous improvement. Personal leadership and initiative are non-negotiable: you own your growth and the impact you make. If you tackle challenges with a creative yet practical mindset, drive goals with determination, and add value to diverse teams, you’ll thrive with us. Together, we create impact and drive meaningful change, always focused on results.

Here’s why people love working with us

• - International environment and challenging offshore projects
• - Extensive onboarding and opportunities for professional development
• - Comfortable cabins, fitness facilities, excellent catering and onboard recreation
• - Strong focus on safety and sustainability
• - 5 weeks on / 5 weeks off rotation (subject to operational requirements)