Discipline Lead - Civil & Structural

Hanwha Ocean is undergoing a transformative journey, evolving from a traditional shipbuilder into a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans FPSO, FLNG, offshore renewables, floating production units, as well as major developments across onshore energy and infrastructure sectors.

This strategic expansion strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional project execution by seamlessly integrating the energy and infrastructure cultures of Asia and America across a diverse set of emerging markets and verticals. By expanding into onshore power plants, including gas-based and combined-cycle facilities, as well as onshore and offshore wind projects, in addition to our established offshore capabilities, we further broaden our commitment to providing world-class, end-to-end energy solutions.

Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team at the Energy Plant Unit and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the onshore and offshore industry.

Position Overview

As Discipline Lead - Civil & Structural, you will lead the civil and structural engineering scope for large-scale onshore power plant EPC projects, from feasibility studies to detailed design and construction support.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience in onshore natural-gas-based power generation and BESS, gained within engineering organizations, EPC/EPCI contractors, project developers, or utility organizations. You will have led civil/structural engineering for complex power/microgrid projects and possess strong experience across Pre-FEED, FEED, and EPC(I) phases, including bid-phase technical definition. Preferred Project experience includes simple-cycle/combined-cycle plants with gas turbines, gas engines, HRSGs, steam turbines, and Balance-of-Plant systems.

This role provides end-to-end discipline leadership from FEED through EPC execution phase, including developing and reviewing engineering deliverables, such as site grading and drainage plans, earthworks and roads, site plot plans and general arrangements, site plot plans, foundation designs, underground utilities, steel structures (pipes racks, platforms, buildings), reinforced concrete works, retaining walls, electrical duct banks, paving, and stormwater management systems, ensuring compliance with international codes (e.g., ACI, AISC, ASCE) and client specifications.

The role requires coordination with multidisciplinary teams - mechanical, electrical, Instrumentation & Controls and project management - to integrate civil and structural designs seamlessly into the overall plant layout.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee geotechnical investigations, site grading, drainage systems, and earthworks
• and earthworks design, including interpretation of geotechnical reports, establishment of design parameters, and coordination with foundations and underground layouts.
• Manage and review subcontracted or internally performed civil/structural design work, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Provide technical guidance during construction, including resolving field engineering issues, reviewing contractor submittals and shop drawings, conducting site inspections, and supporting construction sequencing and constructability resolution.
• Champion safety in design by incorporating constructability reviews and risk assessments into every stage of the project.
• Provide technical leadership for complex design issues involving decisions impacting project schedule and cost issues.
• Lead and support value engineering efforts related to underground foundations, structures, drainage, embedment as well as any existing buried structures/piping that may interfere with new work.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with EPC contractors, OEMs, system integrators, building contractors, civil work subcontractors, and clients.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, and industry requirements (OSHA, EPA).
• Enforce QA/QC and Management of Change (MOC) processes, maintaining accurate and auditable project documentation.
• Review specifications and client requirements for contractual alignment…