Structure Lead (Hull - Topside)

Seatrium Offshore Technology USA, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Seatrium Limited seeks an experienced Structural Engineer to manage offshore topside module design from FEED to detailed engineering. You will lead a team validating structural drawings, ensuring compliance with API/AISC standards, and coordinating with owners and class authorities.

The role requires a Civil/Structural background with 10+ years in offshore structures such as FPSO/FPU jackets, and proficiency in AutoCAD, STAAD/SACS, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structure Engineering or Naval Architecture.
• 10 years of experience in planning, construction and structural design focusing on Topside Module Structure.
• Proficiency with top-side structure analysis software and common industry tools.

Responsibilities

• Review and lead structural design for offshore topside modules from FEED to detailed engineering.
• Direct team for verification/validation of structural drawings and making design decisions.
• Engage with owners, authorities, and classifiers for design compliance and approvals.

Skills

Structural design

AutoCAD

STAAD/SACS

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Structure Engineering/ Naval Architecture

Tools

STAAD/SACS

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reviews the preparation of key project documentation including project construction specifications, project execution plan (PEP), equipment data sheets, bid packages and contract construction documentation Reviews and checks rough sketches, drawings, specifications and other engineering data received from team members on basic structural design using engineering common network, software and tools Leads discussion with team and other engineering team members (i.e.stability & mooring, general design and weight control), including subcontractors and consultants on technical issues and design solutions Directs team responsible for verification/ validation of final Structural design drawings for the execution of Structural fabrication and construction in the EPCC projects Leads team in project meeting, attends to technical queries and issues related to basic structural design and reviews design deliverables on project facilities, fabrication, transportion and installation Liaises with owners, statutory and classification authorities for design compliance review and approval on the proposed project plans in meeting project requirements Generates reports on work progress and submits to senior team members for review and approval before submitting to owners, statutory and classification authorities for approval Directs team's progress in delivering Structural requirements for all projects from conceptual front-end engineering design (FEED) to detailed engineering activities Independently performs studies on a new range of offshore structures and vessels, analysing the basic structure design suitability to meet their operational needs and environment setting (i.e.near shore, shallow water, mid water and etc.) Checks design calculation (i.e.longitudinal and hull strength scantling, steel materials and etc.) prepared by team members based on standard engineering techniques, practices and fundamentals in specific situations for data adjustments and correlations Independently formulates welding plans, specifications, drawings and sequences for joints and structural members, including main structure NDT Plan, structural tank test plan, structural categorisation and etc. Provides review on structure analysis on main structure from engineering sketches, specifications related data and drawings to ensure design adequacy of structural members and details in main foundational framework Performs the constructability review related to Project Execution Plan basing on 3D model and structural basic or detail design drawing.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Structure Engineering/ Naval Architect or related engineering disciplines 10 years of working experiences in the planning, construction and structural design with specializing in Topside Module Structure. Experience in a wide range offshore Topside structures (FPSO, FPU,Jacket, etc.) Advanced user of Microsoft Office products, AutoCAD, STAAP,SACS etc. others common industry Topside structure analysis softwares. Possess working knowledge and experience in Topside structure design. Possesses ability to perform and experience in some of the engineering analysis techniques and tools/software applications used in Topside structural engineering Possesses ability to perform required analysis and deliver class approved documents and Topside structural drawings Possesses ability to perform check, review and comment the Topside structure basic design and detail drawings Familiar with different kind of Topside structure material codes, standards, specifications with knowledge of material selection,material take-off, material procurement. Knowledge of Topside Structure design code and standards, such as AISC, API.

BUSINESS UNIT

Seatrium Limited Seatrium Limited provides innovative engineering solutions to the global offshore, marine and energy industries. Headquartered in Singapore, the Group has over 60 years of track record in the design and construction of rigs, floaters, offshore platforms and specialised vessels, as well as in the repair, upgrading and conversion of different ship types. The Group's key business segments include Oil & Gas Newbuilds and Conversions, Offshore Renewables, Repairs & Upgrades, and New Energies, with a growing focus on sustainable solutions to advance the global energy transition and maritime decarbonisation. As a premier global player offering offshore renewables, new energies and cleaner offshore & marine solutions, Seatrium is committed to delivering high standards of safety, quality and performance to its customers which include major energy companies, vessel owners and operators, shipping companies, and cruise and ferry operators. Seatrium operates shipyards, engineering & technology centres and facilities in Singapore, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Norway, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States. Discover more at www.seatrium.com