About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Structural Designer who will prepare structural engineering drawings for various projects, primarily within the oil and gas sector. This role involves ensuring compliance with relevant industry codes and standards, as well as coordinating with other engineering disciplines. The successful candidate will join a dedicated engineering team and will have the opportunity to support project development from conception through to execution.
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Roles and Responsibilities:
- Preparation of structural engineering drawings using software such as AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Ensure all drawings comply with relevant industry codes, standards, and company specifications.
- Coordinate with other disciplines for interface requirements and review IDC drawings from other disciplines.
- Support the engineering team in developing associated interface drawings.
- Preparation of material take-offs (MTOs) from the design drawings.
- Potentially visit project sites to conduct surveys.
- Perform self-checks and reviews of drawings for accuracy, completeness, and clarity prior to formal submission.
- Manage and update drawing files, documentation, and project data within the company's document management system.
Experience Profile:
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in oil and gas structural design and drafting.
- Well conversant with engineering drawings.
- Strong knowledge in structural design and drafting encompassing various activities, including but not limited to:
- Internal and External Slot Additions
- Deck Extensions
- Access Platforms
- Risers, J-Tubes & Clamps
- Pipe Support Systems
- Lifting Arrangements
- Jacket and Topsides
- Constructability Awareness in Structural Design
Educational Qualifications:
- Diploma in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- 10 years’ experience in oil and gas structural design and drafting.
- Hands-on experience in AutoCAD & AutoCAD 3D.
Competencies/Skills/Others:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex design challenges.
- Good English communication skills.
- Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD and AutoCAD 3D is typically mandatory.
- Experience with Navis Works.
- Proficient in using MS Office Applications.
The company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.
