Structural Engineer

Position Title: Structural Engineer

Reporting to: Jacket Engineering Coordinator

Location: Milan, Italy

Company Profile

A global energy and industrial project organisation delivering engineering, construction, and project delivery services for complex offshore developments. The company supports major oil and gas projects across the full lifecycle, providing engineering assurance, construction support, quality management, inspection, planning, and risk management services.

Position Summary

The Structural Engineer is responsible for reviewing and consenting to the design and development of offshore structural systems for a fixed wellhead platform. This includes jackets, piles, topsides, and associated appurtenances. The role ensures structural integrity, regulatory compliance, and constructability throughout design, fabrication, and installation phases of the project.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities

Structural Design and Analysis

• Review and consent to structural analysis and design of offshore structures including jackets, piles, conductor guides, topside modules, and equipment support frames
• Review and consent to designs for boat landings, riser guards, flare booms, and access platforms
• Review and consent to in place, transportation, load out, and installation analyses
• Review and consent to structural calculations and modelling performed using SACS, STAAD Pro, SESAM, ANSYS, or equivalent tools
• Review and consent to structural connections, welds, and foundations in accordance with applicable standards such as API RP 2A, ISO 19902, and AISC

Deliverables and Documentation

• Review and consent to detailed design drawings, structural analysis reports, and construction documentation
• Review and consent to fabrication drawings, material take offs, and structural weight reports
• Provide technical input to drafting and modelling teams to support 3D model development and clash resolution

Codes, Standards, and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes and standards including API RP 2A, ISO 19902, AISC, AWS, DNV, ABS, and project specific requirements
• Verify structural performance under environmental, functional, and accidental load cases

Coordination and Technical Reviews

• Interface with piping, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and naval disciplines to resolve design interfaces
• Participate in design reviews, HAZIDs, constructability reviews, and 3D model reviews
• Review and respond to technical queries, vendor documentation, and client comments

Fabrication and Installation Support

• Provide engineering support during fabrication, load out, and offshore installation as required
• Review fabrication drawings and support site query resolution during yard execution

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Structural Engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum of eight years’ relevant post graduate experience within the discipline
• Strong written and spoken English, with proven ability to prepare technical specifications and reports
• Proficiency in offshore structural analysis software including SACS, STAAD Pro, SESAM, and ANSYS
• Solid understanding of offshore structural design principles, fatigue assessment, and dynamic loading
• Knowledge of fabrication, welding, lifting, and installation constraints
• Strong documentation, reporting, and interdisciplinary coordination skills