Naval Engineer: Hull Integrity & Inspection Lead

SBM Offshore N.V.; Porto; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Offshore N.V. is seeking an experienced Naval Engineer to maintain hull structures and pump rooms across dedicated vessels, optimizing investments and maintenance throughout the asset life. You will align with design docs, RBI, Class Rules, and IACS requirements.

You will develop inspection schedules, coordinate PM/CM activities, and support on-site vendors. Knowledge of marine structures, welding, and ship stability is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of naval engineering experience, preferably in oil & gas.
• Experience in Class Society as surveyor is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of marine structures, IACS & Class, materials, welding, planning and scheduling, and ship stability.
• Good knowledge of CAD software and other engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Define the Scope of Work for Inspection Surveys for each tank and compartment.
• Build an inspection schedule plan for the units and ensure compliance with Class & Statutory requirements.
• Ensure maintenance plans are captured in CMMS and coordinate vendor activities.
• Provide technical support for hull integrity and repairs.
• Follow up on budgets for inspections and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Structural Hull

Regulatory Management

Inspection, testing, commissioning and

Digital savvy

Naval Architecture - Overall ship

Analysis

Planning

Innovation

Education

Degree in Naval Architecture (incl. stability, naval structure) or related degree

Tools

CAD software

Engineering tools

Job description

SBM Offshore N.V. is seeking an experienced Naval Engineer to maintain hull structures and pump rooms across dedicated vessels, optimizing investments and maintenance throughout the asset life. You will align with design docs, RBI, Class Rules, and IACS requirements.

You will develop inspection schedules, coordinate PM/CM activities, and support on-site vendors. Knowledge of marine structures, welding, and ship stability is essential.