Structural Engineer (Offshore Structures)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 700 000 - 1 000 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Structural Engineer for offshore structures to design, analyze and ensure integrity of platforms, jackets and subsea systems. Collaboration with naval architects and fabricators is essential.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil/Structural degree with 6+ years in offshore projects and is proficient in ANSYS/STAAD.Pro, familiar with API, DNV, and ISO standards, including fatigue analysis and load cases.

Qualificações

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (BEng/MEng).
• 6+ years of offshore structural engineering experience.
• Proficiency with ANSYS, STAAD.Pro; knowledge of API, DNV, ISO codes.

Responsabilidades

• Design and analyze offshore platforms, jackets, templates, and subsea structures.
• Use FEA software for detailed modeling and simulations.
• Ensure designs comply with API, DNV, ISO codes and standards.
• Conduct structural integrity assessments and recommend maintenance/repair strategies.
• Review structural drawings and fabrication documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout project lifecycle.
• Provide technical support during fabrication and installation phases.
• Participate in design reviews and HAZID/HAZOP studies.
• Stay updated on offshore structural engineering technologies.

Conhecimentos

FEA

Offshore experience

Fatigue analysis

Formação académica

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Ferramentas

ANSYS

STAAD.Pro

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic player in the Oil & Gas sector, is looking for a skilled Structural Engineer with expertise in offshore structures to join their team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. This role is critical for the design, analysis, and integrity management of offshore platforms, jackets, and subsea structures. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in structural mechanics, finite element analysis (FEA), and relevant industry codes and standards. You will contribute to challenging projects, ensuring the safety, reliability, and longevity of critical offshore assets. The position involves close collaboration with naval architects, project managers, and fabrication teams to deliver robust and efficient engineering solutions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting‑edge offshore engineering challenges within the globally significant Oil & Gas industry. Your analytical skills will be key to developing innovative designs and ensuring structural integrity under harsh marine conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of offshore platforms, jackets, templates, and subsea structures.
• Utilize finite element analysis (FEA) software for detailed structural modeling and simulations.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., API, DNV, ISO).
• Conduct structural integrity assessments and recommend maintenance or repair strategies.
• Review and approve structural drawings and fabrication documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide technical support during the fabrication and installation phases.
• Participate in design reviews and HAZID/HAZOP studies.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in offshore structural engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in structural engineering, specifically focusing on offshore structures within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as ANSYS, STAAD.Pro, or similar.
• Strong understanding of marine environments, load cases, and fatigue analysis.
• Familiarity with relevant offshore structural design codes and standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Experience with topsides and subsea structures is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive salary, performance‑related bonuses, comprehensive health insurance, and retirement benefits.
• The hybrid work arrangement in Stellenbosch, Western Cape offers flexibility, balancing office‑based collaboration with remote work.
• Opportunities for professional development, advanced training, and career growth within major Oil & Gas projects are a key part of the offering.