Specialist Offshore Structural Engineer

Wood is presently looking to hire a Specialist Offshore Structural Engineer for ADNOC Offshore Central Engineering Division in Abu Dhabi. Below are more details about the position.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems delivered by experts in their field

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas industry, including minimum five (5) years (preferred) in GCC region.
• Candidates with Masters in Structural Engineering are preferred.
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience in a similar position in mega Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing a team of Engineers and designers.
• Offshore experience is a must, whilst ADNOC experience is desired.
• Expert in using structural software such as SACS, STAAD Pro, and intermediate knowledge on FEM software like ANSYS & FEMAP, review software like TEKLA & NAVIS, and conversant in mathematical tools like Mathcad and MS Excel.
• Familiar with International codes and standards like API, AISC, ISO, EN1993 (EURO), BS, ABS, and DNVGL. Also conversant with ADNOC design standards.
• Able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing with other disciplines & multinational workforces in an effective manner.
• Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage.
• Work with a team of engineers and designers to deliver the civil and structural design calculations & drawings within stipulated time.
• Good analysis knowledge of In-place, Preservice, Spectral Fatigue, Seismic, Pushover and Jacket Mating for Fixed Platform structures and In-place, Lifting, Transit and Blast condition of offshore Structures.
• Provide guidance/instruction to engineers for various secondary/miscellaneous calculations and designers for detailing/drawing.
• Preparation of specifications for design basis report and soil investigation in line with Project requirements.
• Cross-functional teamwork for optimizing layouts & general arrangement of structures, vendor drawings / foundation loads of the structures, and resolving interference issues.
• Engineering coordination with other departments, projects team & site team for inputs or comments on civil & structural drawings prior to submission to client for approval.
• Technical discussions with Sub Contractor consultants for review & approval of drawings and design calculations.
• Hands-on experience in industry software 3D Model Review Tools (SPR & Navis Works), MS Office Suite, etc.
• Review of geotechnical reports and interpretation of soil parameters for the analysis and design of shallow and pile foundations.
• Participation in project coordination meetings with the site, vendors, review consultants, and clients to resolve technical issues. Prioritising engineering activities to meet project schedule.
• Evaluate supplier/subcontractor bids for compliance with COMPANY specifications and scopes of work.
• Site visits to resolve construction problems and site mismatches with respect to drawings issued for construction.
• Providing pre-bid engineering support by calculating the architectural, civil & structural BOQs.