Structural Engineer

Core Group Resources; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Group Resources seeks an Offshore Structural Integrity Engineer to ensure safe, reliable operation of aging offshore floating topsides. The role blends engineering analysis, inspection oversight, and decision-making to maintain fitness-for-service per industry standards and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will manage inspection planning, model updates, repair strategies, and budget oversight while coordinating with operations, maintenance, and construction teams across

Qualifications

• Five+ years of integrity management experience in oil and gas structures.
• Proficient in fitness-for-service evaluations per industry codes.
• Ability to independently manage offshore mobilizations and lead scope execution.
• Willingness to travel offshore multiple times annually for inspection follow-ups.
• Strong communication with offshore teams (inspectors, crews, OIMs).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, facilities engineering, and construction.
• Develop inspection plans and work packs for structural assessments.
• Review findings, post-process, and update global models for fitness-for-service status.
• Recommend mitigation measures and repair strategies.
• Track mitigation activities using IDMS/CMMS systems.
• Generate work orders for repairs and maintenance.
• Oversee annual budgets related to structural integrity projects.
• Contract and oversee subcontractors as technical reviewer.
• Travel offshore for inspections and follow-up activities.
• Adhere to safety protocols and QA practices.

Skills

Offshore teamwork communication

Integrity management

Fitness-for-service evaluations

Mobilization management

Travel offshore willingness

Tools

CMMS

IDMS

Job description

Job Summary

Seeking a highly skilled Offshore Structural Integrity Engineer to ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of aging offshore floating topsides structures. This pivotal role combines engineering analysis, inspection oversight, and decision-making to maintain structural fitness-for-service in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in safeguarding offshore assets and supporting operational excellence through collaboration, technical expertise, and efficient management of inspection and repair processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including operations, maintenance, facilities engineering, and construction.
• Develop inspection plans and associated work packs to facilitate thorough structural assessments.
• Review inspection findings, conduct post-processing, and update global models to evaluate fitness-for-service status.
• Recommend mitigation measures and repair strategies to address structural issues.
• Track mitigation activities and updates utilizing IDMS systems.
• Generate notifications and work orders for repair and maintenance activities using CMMS tools.
• Manage annual budgets related to structural integrity projects.
• Contract and oversee subcontractors' work, serving as the company's technical reviewer.
• Travel as necessary to offshore facilities for inspections and follow-up activities, maintaining safety and technical standards.
• Adhere to company safety protocols, engineering procedures, and quality assurance practices.

Requirements

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with offshore teams including inspectors, construction crews, and offshore installation managers (OIMs).
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in integrity management of oil and gas structures.
• Proficient in fitness-for-service evaluations of structural damage, including hand calculations and global model assessments in compliance with industry codes.
• Demonstrated capability to independently manage offshore mobilizations and lead scope execution.
• Willingness and ability to travel offshore multiple times annually for inspection follow-ups and project support.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with multiple competing priorities characteristic of offshore operations.

Candidates who are driven, detail‑oriented, and ready to contribute to offshore safety and integrity are encouraged to apply today and take the next step in their engineering career.