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Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer required for a major offshore wind developer based in the Netherlands

Responsibilities

  • Define the structural scope of work, methodologies and progress;
  • Perform design studies and prepare plans defining the structural element of the project scope;
  • Prepare budgets and schedules for all project structural design work;
  • Carry out concept, basic and detailed calculations and simulations;
  • Develop procedures for using and testing the installation or removal aids and discuss outcomes with project and offshore teams responsible for the execution;
  • Raise material take-offs related to the above;
  • Update Unit Head Heavy Lift Engineering (or delegate) on work progress;
  • Provide ongoing support during the offshore phase;
  • Co-ordinate fabrication work of project aids fabricated in-house or by a subcontractor as required;
  • Review subcontractor equipment design and installation or removal methods;
  • Prepare relevant input for the engineering close out report;
  • Provide input and feedback to improve departmental standards, working methods and guidelines.

Requirements

  • BSc / MSc degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent;
  • Highly organised with a hands-on, no-nonsense mentality and ability to work on own initiative;
  • Experience with structural engineering software (FEMAP, GeniE) is preferred but not a prerequisite;
  • Fluent English;
  • Desire to develop your career and take on increasing responsibilities;
  • Willing to travel and work offshore;
  • Affinity with the offshore and/or marine environment is preferable.