Senior Riser Engineer

LeoForce; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce in Houston is seeking a Senior Riser Engineer to perform FEED, studies, and detailed design engineering for complex riser tasks in offshore facilities. You will build and verify riser analysis models covering fatigue, strength, and installation aspects while managing scope and schedules.

The role requires 8–15 years in oil and gas, a Civil/Structural/Mechanical degree (Master's preferred), and hands-on OrcaFlex experience with knowledge of industry standards (API, DNV, ISO, ASME).

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of experience in oil and gas offshore facilities.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Proven working knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods with hands-on OrcaFlex experience.
• Strong understanding of API, DNV, ISO, ASME, and other standards applicable to riser engineering.
• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or membership in a professional engineering society preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual FEED, studies, and detailed design engineering, analysis, and calculations on complex and demanding riser tasks.
• Build and check riser analysis models covering fatigue, strength, installation, and clashing analysis.
• Prepare clear, accurate design calculations, reports, and procedures while managing scope, budget, and deadlines.
• Provide technical direction, design verification, and review of work produced by designers and less experienced engineers.

Skills

Riser engineering

Fatigue analysis

Strength analysis

Project budgeting

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Eng

Master's degree preferred

Tools

OrcaFlex

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level
Salary: $140,000 - $195,000 per year

Job Details

• Perform conceptual FEED, studies, and detailed design engineering, analysis, and calculations on complex and demanding riser tasks


• Build and check riser analysis models covering fatigue, strength, installation, and clashing analysis


• Prepare clear, accurate design calculations, reports, and procedures while managing scope, budget, and deadlines


• Provide technical direction, design verification, and review of work produced by designers and less experienced engineers

Requirements

• 8 to 15 years of experience in oil and gas, preferably in offshore facilities


• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred)


• Proven working knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods, with hands on OrcaFlex experience required


• Strong understanding of API, DNV, ISO, ASME, and other standards applicable to riser engineering


• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or membership in a professional engineering society preferred

A bit about us:

We are a global leader in offshore energy engineering and fabrication, delivering complex riser and subsea solutions for oil and gas projects worldwide. Our teams combine deep technical expertise across engineering, fabrication, and marine functions to solve some of the most demanding challenges in offshore facilities.

Why join us?

• Work on complex, high visibility offshore projects where your riser engineering expertise directly shapes the outcome


• Solve genuinely difficult technical problems using industry leading tools like OrcaFlex


• Act as a technical resource and mentor, guiding less experienced engineers and growing into a leadership track


• Collaborate across engineering, fabrication, planning, and project management in a truly integrated environment


• Build a career with a company invested in continuous learning, lessons learned, and professional development

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