Job Title: Lead Structural Engineer
Overview
The Lead Structural Engineer is responsible for managing and delivering structural engineering scope for FPSO projects, ensuring compliance with project requirements, international standards, and client specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage structural engineering activities for FPSO FEED and EPC phases.
- Oversee the design, analysis, and verification of FPSO topside and module structures.
- Ensure all structural designs comply with relevant international codes, standards, and Brazilian regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (process, mechanical, piping, naval architecture) to ensure integration of structural design.
- Review and approve structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to structural engineering teams.
- Interface with clients, classification societies, and regulatory bodies (including Petrobras where applicable).
- Support procurement, fabrication, and construction phases, including resolving site technical queries.
- Ensure adherence to project schedules, budget constraints, and quality standards.
- Participate in risk assessments, design reviews, and constructability evaluations.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum 20 years of experience in FPSO or offshore oil & gas projects.
- At least 10 years of experience as Lead Structural Engineer in FPSO projects (FEED and/or EPC phases).
- Proven experience in Brazilian projects or Petrobras FPSO projects.
- Strong expertise in FPSO topside detailed design and module structural design.
- In-depth knowledge of international offshore design codes and standards (e.g., API, ISO, DNV, ABS) and Brazilian standards/regulations.
- Demonstrated experience in detailed design and construction support phases.
- Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
- Chartered/Professional Engineer status is an advantage.
- Experience working with major EPC contractors.
- Familiarity with structural analysis software and engineering tools commonly used in offshore projects.
Key Competencies
- Leadership and team management
- Technical authority in offshore structural engineering
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Stakeholder management and client interfacing
- High attention to detail and quality