Senior Offshore Structural Engineer – Lead, Mentor & Design

Dixstone; Hoofddorp; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Petrodec is seeking a (Senior) Structural Engineer to reinforce its offshore engineering team in the Netherlands. You will provide structural expertise across Operations, Projects, and Wells, developing and reviewing calculations, designs, and documentation to meet offshore codes and standards.

The role is office-based with regular offshore and site visits. You will deliver drawings, lifting plans, and reports while mentoring peers and driving continuous improvements in structural integrity and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field.
• At least 5 years offshore, oil & gas, or project experience; 3+ years at engineering level.
• Strong structural analysis skills and ability to produce detailed drawings, layouts, and lifting plans.
• Solid understanding of ship construction, marine operations, vessel stability, and classification requirements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, stability software, and structural calculation tools.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Natural leader who enjoys guiding others and driving continuous improvement.
• Fluent English, spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structural engineering support and calculations across concept, engineering, and pre-engineering phases.
• Develop, review, and approve technical drawings, deck layouts, lifting plans, calculations, and reports.
• Spot structural deficiencies and drive practical, effective solutions.
• Support engineering change requests and continuous improvement of technical standards.
• Take part in vessel tests, marine operations, and offshore activities.
• Manage external engineering partners and ensure top-quality deliverables.
• Mentor colleagues and help grow engineering capability within the team.
• Champion safety, quality, and environmental best practice in everything you do.

Skills

Offshore experience

Structural analysis

Leadership

Communication

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Naval Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Stability software

Structural calculation tools

Job description

Petrodec is seeking a (Senior) Structural Engineer to reinforce its offshore engineering team in the Netherlands. You will provide structural expertise across Operations, Projects, and Wells, developing and reviewing calculations, designs, and documentation to meet offshore codes and standards.

The role is office-based with regular offshore and site visits. You will deliver drawings, lifting plans, and reports while mentoring peers and driving continuous improvements in structural integrity and