Senior Engineer – Offshore Wind

We are looking for an outstanding candidate to join our offshore wind structural design and analysis team within our Engineering and Consulting Services business. As a Senior Engineer, you will assist the delivery of our global portfolio of projects through various levels of development (conceptual, FEED and detailed design projects) for major offshore wind assets together with developing innovative solutions for repair and upgrades.

The Role:

In the role you will be responsible for leading teams of engineers to deliver design scopes for a variety of offshore wind projects. You will require a strong understanding of stress analysis and structural analysis, and the ability to plan, develop, run, and report on complex analysis models using a range of analysis packages. You will also be responsible for guiding and mentoring junior engineers.

The right individual will play a key part in maintaining our best in class reputation and be part of an integrated team.

Traditionally, our capability has been UK-centric; however, in recent years we have secured a global presence in France, Germany, Taiwan, China, Japan and the US. The ever-changing conditions of Offshore Wind Industry means we need individuals who can adapt, change and thrive when working in dynamic environments. Our global opportunities and innovation initiatives will allow you to excel and build upon your strengths as we continue our growth into existing and exciting emerging markets.

Our Engineering and Consulting Services business is delivering engineering, design and consultancy solutions to the oil and gas, renewables, electrical generation, transmission and distribution sectors all over the world. Although your role will focus on the offshore wind market, you may also be called upon to support projects in other markets, such as supporting our industry leading work in the structural integrity management of offshore oil and gas structures.

Key Attributes:

Ideally Chartered (ICE, IMechE, IStructE etc), we are looking for a Senior Engineer who has the following attributes:

Leadership and Communication:

• Drive safe and efficient delivery of the projects.
• Cultural awareness and emotional intelligence needed to communicate effectively with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders.
• Can provide training and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Ability to maintain existing and develop new client relationships.
• Has a desire to innovate and enhance the efficiency of structural designs.

Experience in Offshore Wind:

• Previous working experience for major offshore consultant, OEM, developer or EPCI.
• Experience in Lead Engineer role through concepts, FEED and detailed design.
• Solid understanding of offshore wind development drivers for design.
• Awareness of the interfaces between turbine and foundation.
• Appreciation of the dynamics of offshore structures subject to wind and wave action.

Design and Analytical skills:

• Working knowledge of offshore structural engineering and relevant Offshore Wind design codes.
• Knowledge of turbine loads and interface.
• Awareness of certification requirements.
• Experience in structural analysis tools i.e Linear and non-linear offshore structural analysis (e.g. Fatigue, Ultimate and Accidental Limit States, Ship impact) – particularly, SESAM, USFOS and SACS.
• Linear and non-linear FEA experience in ABAQUS or similar package.
• Experience in integrated coupled analysis and ideally using Bladed.
• Experience in the use of coding in structural applications is seen as desirable.

Delivery Background:

• Track record in delivering multiple types of offshore wind projects including monopiles, jackets and/or floating.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Ability to lead delivery of quality deliverables to schedule and budget.
• Able to travel locally and internationally to meet with internal and external stakeholders as required.
• This position is based in one of our UK offices. However, travel to other company and client sites may occasionally be necessary as part of the role.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and ability.

Security Clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview.

If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Kent.  In August 2021, Kentech acquired the Oil and Gas Business of SNC-Lavalin.  This led to the relaunch of the new company, now known as Kent, as a leading international integrated energy services company.  For more info about Kent and their organisational culture, visit their website: www.kentplc.com.

All applications will be managed by the ATKINS (part of the SNC-Lavalin Group) Recruitment team.