Senior Structural Engineer – Jack-up Engineering

Here at DNV, what we do matters. Whether it’s helping the Energy Industry transition to a more decarbonised and sustainable future or helping protect life, property and the environment, every day, what you do, will make a difference. This is our shared purpose and one our people are proud to be part of.

Our specialist Jack-Up Engineering Service is part of the wider Assurance Services department. The work we do is at the forefront of implementing the green energy transition around the world today, with a focus on the installation and operation of jack-up vessels. Our team provide sophisticated solutions and engineering assessments to support offshore renewable energy installation projects around the globe, as well as ensuring safe operations for our oil and gas customers.  

The team is based in the London office and is the global technical hub for this service line.

We just love finding innovative solutions to our industry’s most challenging problems. Supporting with the delivery of our customer projects, you’ll be given real responsibility to manage and deliver global projects, whilst you continue to develop your skills, knowledge and understanding of the Energy industry.

Our Opportunity:

Based from our central London offices (near Waterloo/Blackfriars stations), we are seeking a motivated Senior Structural Engineer to join our team. The main focus of this position is to support the jack-up service for safe marine operations related to offshore wind turbines and other energy projects. However, by joining our diverse team of structural, civil and mechanical engineers, you will also have opportunity to apply your skills across the other services in our department.

You’ll be stretched, but always supported, surrounded by people who want you to thrive, develop and embrace new challenges.

You will be given opportunity to:

Thrive alongside our world-leading experts:  Collaborate with world-renowned experts on a variety of high-profile global engineering projects, representing some of the industry’s leading organisations. At DNV we place strong emphasis on personal development and will ensure that the right candidate has ample opportunities to grow and develop within our organisation

Lead Technical Excellence:
Take the helm as a technical lead on projects, driving the delivery of optimal solutions to our clients

Perform In-Depth Structural Analyses:
Engage in a variety of structural analyses and site-specific assessments for jack-up units and wind turbine installation vessels operating under extreme conditions

Ensure Quality Assurance:
Play a pivotal role in verifying the work of others while delivering technically sound results that support the team's goals

Own Your Projects with Independence:
Manage your own projects with a high degree of autonomy, supported by mentorship and guidance from our seasoned senior engineers

Fuel Business Growth:
Collaborate with the Service Manager to expand our Jack-up Engineering business, which includes tasks like preparing tenders, crafting proposals and acting as Key Account Manager role for one or more customers.

About Energy Systems We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

For this role, we are looking for someone with experience in offshore structural assessments. As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering technical work and managing projects, while also supporting other members of the team.  Your strong technical background will be invaluable in ensuring the successful delivery of structural analyses, while meeting deadlines and budgetary requirements. Additionally, you will have ample opportunities to engage in project management and commercial activities, with the autonomy to lead and support technical proposal preparation.

Your ability to think strategically and proactively will be critical in contributing…