Offshore Structural Engineer: Civil/Mechanical Design

Stoneway Talent Solutions; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoneway Talent Solutions is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to onsite in Lafayette, LA, responsible for design, analysis, modification and lifecycle support of offshore crane systems. The role collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions in harsh operating environments.

The engineer ensures compliance with API, AISC, ASME, DNV, ABS and ISO standards, performs load-case calculations, and develops fabrication drawings using AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Proven experience in structural design, mechanical systems integration, and engineering analysis.
• Working knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards (API, AISC, ASME, DNV, ABS, ISO, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and mechanical design and analysis for crane components and supporting systems in accordance with customer specifications, industry codes, and internal design standards.
• Develop detailed engineering calculations for load cases, lifting operations, fatigue, wind and environmental forces, and transportation or installation conditions.
• Create and review fabrication drawings, models, and bills of materials using AutoCAD and other design tools.
• Evaluate existing crane structures and mechanical systems to identify opportunities for performance improvement, weight reduction, cost optimization, and enhanced safety.
• Conduct design verification activities including stress analysis, finite element analysis (FEA) (if applicable), and peer reviews.
• Support the development of engineering documentation including design reports, technical specifications, inspection plans, and operation/maintenance guidelines.
• Participate in offshore site visits to perform field measurements, inspections, job scoping, and technical assessments for upgrades, repairs, and new installations.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and classification societies to ensure designs meet project requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and production teams during fabrication, assembly, and testing phases.
• Assist with root cause investigations and engineering solutions for field issues or non-conformances.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with applicable health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Structural design

Mechanical systems integration

Engineering analysis

AutoCAD

3D modeling

FEA software

Welding

Fatigue design

Load path analysis

Offshore travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling

FEA software

Job description

Stoneway Talent Solutions is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to onsite in Lafayette, LA, responsible for design, analysis, modification and lifecycle support of offshore crane systems. The role collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions in harsh operating environments.

The engineer ensures compliance with API, AISC, ASME, DNV, ABS and ISO standards, performs load-case calculations, and develops fabrication drawings using AutoCAD.