Offshore Structural Engineer — Subsea & FEA Expert

TechnipFMC plc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TechnipFMC plc seeks an I&C Structural Engineer in Houston to support design, analysis and delivery of subsea and onshore/offshore structures. You will work across studies, FEEDs, tender, and project execution with a focus on timely, high-quality deliverables.

The role requires a Master/Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years in structural engineering, and strong FE analysis skills (ANSYS/ABAQUS/ANSA), CAD and Mathcad proficiency. On-site in Houston with a global energy leader.

Qualifications

• Master or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in structural engineering preferred.
• Multidisciplinary project experience onshore and offshore preferred.
• Experience engaging and negotiating with internal/external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of risk assessment, mitigation management & management of change.
• Finite Element Analysis experience (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS, ANSA) including pre/post processing.
• Technical foundation in Subsea Engineering, Projects and Fabrication including welding techniques and NDT.
• Contractual and commercial awareness including tendering.
• Knowledge of rigid pipelay and lifting operations.
• Knowledge of CAD and Mathcad.

Responsibilities

• Work in all business steps, from studies, FEEDs and tender through Projects execution and delivery/installation.
• Design and analysis of temporary steel structures - ancillary design, mainly various lifting, handling and securing aids
• Design & analysis of permanent structures – Bending Restrictors, hang-off’s, sleepers and other none-pressurized subsea structures.
• Sea fastening design, including bracket and lashing arrangements, structures/grillages design and deck strength verification
• Participate in planning and follow-up of onshore/offshore operations
• Attend mobilizations to ensure any on-site adaptions are as per relevant design codes and rules
• Prepare, review and coordinate engineering/design drawings
• Prepare technical specifications for procurement
• Participate in the selection process and follow-up of suppliers
• Perform risk assessments, design reviews and Product HAZID’s
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regional regulatory requirements and external customer expectations
• Ensure deliverables are performed efficient, with timely high quality, in line with TFMC business processes and design guidelines.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

ANSYS

ABAQUS

ANSA

CAD

Mathcad

NDT

Welding techniques

Education

Master or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mathcad

NDT

Welding techniques

Job description

TechnipFMC plc seeks an I&C Structural Engineer in Houston to support design, analysis and delivery of subsea and onshore/offshore structures. You will work across studies, FEEDs, tender, and project execution with a focus on timely, high-quality deliverables.

The role requires a Master/Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years in structural engineering, and strong FE analysis skills (ANSYS/ABAQUS/ANSA), CAD and Mathcad proficiency. On-site in Houston with a global energy leader.