Offshore Structural Engineer - Civil

KBR, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm in India is searching for an experienced Offshore Structural Engineer to support the design and delivery of various offshore projects. The ideal candidate will have strong structural analysis skills, a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, and 5-15 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include analysis and design of FPSO and other offshore structures, technical report writing, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Join a dynamic team and grow your career in a vital sector.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience in offshore structural engineering.
• Hands-on experience in offshore oil & gas or renewable energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of offshore design codes (API, ISO, DNV).

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, design, and verification of offshore structures.
• Prepare and review structural drawings and engineering documentation.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Structural analysis

Design of offshore structures

Interdisciplinary coordination

Technical report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

SACS

SESAM

Job description

Division

KBR’s Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) group is looking for Offshore Structural Engineers to support the design and delivery of critical offshore oil & gas and renewable energy projects worldwide. The role focuses on advanced detail engineering projects for FPSO structures, jackets, topsides, fixed platforms, and other offshore facilities.

Title

Offshore Structural Engineer - Civil

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Offshore Structural Engineer with strong capabilities in the analysis, design, and verification of FPSO modules, jacket structures, and topside facilities. The role requires detailed engineering, interdisciplinary coordination, and advanced structural analyses using industry‑standard offshore engineering tools to support offshore platform and FPSO developments.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, design, and verification of offshore structures including FPSO structures/modules, fixed platforms, jackets, topsides, and subsea structures.
• Carry out load‑out, lifting, transportation, and in‑place analyses for offshore structures and modules using SACS/SESAM software.
• Perform lifting analysis and structural design of topsides and extension modules, including transportation checks.
• Prepare detailed In‑Service, Pushover, Fatigue, and other structural analysis reports as required by the project.
• Prepare and review structural drawings, calculations, design reports, and engineering documentation in accordance with applicable offshore codes and project specifications.
• Review and verify vendor, equipment supplier, fabrication, and construction drawings/documents to ensure feasibility, constructability, and structural integrity.
• Prepare and maintain Weight Control Reports, including inter‑disciplinary coordination and monitoring of weight and center of gravity (CoG) throughout project phases.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical, naval, installation, piping, and mechanical) to ensure smooth information flow and design integration.
• Provide engineering support during fabrication, load‑out, offshore installation, and commissioning phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil / Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5–15 years of experience in offshore structural engineering.
• Hands‑on experience in offshore oil & gas or renewable energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of offshore design codes (API, ISO, DNV).
• Experience with structural analysis software (SACS, STAAD, SESAM, or equivalent).
• Understanding of offshore environmental loads (wave, wind, current, seismic).
• Good technical report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Structural / Offshore / Ocean Engineering.
• Experience in detailed engineering and brownfield offshore projects.
• Exposure to installation engineering and marine operations.
• Knowledge of nonlinear, dynamic, and time‑history analysis.
• Familiarity with offshore construction and fabrication practices.
• Experience working with international clients and EPC contractors.

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