Transport Engineer

Transport Engineer

Location:

The Woodlands (Houston), USA.

dteq, an integral part of the deugro group, specializes in transport engineering, supervision, execution, and surveying for heavy lift cargo operations. We guarantee the feasibility of transportation routes for projects of all scales.

Join our dynamic team where precision, numbers, and calculations fuel our passion, unveiling opportunities for cargo movement from A to C via

B.

• Coordination and management of specific freight moves across all modes of transport including air, sea, road and rail in line with current or future capital projects.
• Specific routing/coordination of challenging OOG, heavy lift, barge, rail and break bulk moves across major capital projects.
• Develop Method Statements; working closely with commercial and operational stakeholders, outlining client/movement specific plans to ensure full peace of mind for the client.
• Operational attendance for project execution (vessel attendance, road transport, barge operations, site installation, etc.).
• Coordinate efforts with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to follow proper operational procedures outlined in developed Method Statements.
• Develop CAD drawings for all phases of the transport life of cargo accompanied by corresponding calculations (transport solutions, lifting plans, stowage plans).
• Perform engineering calculations to support transport designs and methods.
• Review and develop stability calculations for ocean and inland voyages for project cargo, as well as deck strength calculations.
• Review infrastructure and capabilities at port, road, ship, rail, and project site.
• Coordinate effort with internal stakeholders offering a clear and succinct technical solution to each client, new or existing.
• Execute route surveys, considering infrastructure, size and weight of cargo and DOT regulations.
• Troubleshoot and manage material movement issues during transit, including liaison with local authorities and client.
• Coordinate and cooperate with global team of engineers to provide a door‑to‑door engineering solution.

• At least 5 years of experience in engineering with heavy lift.
• Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Naval Architecture.
• Experience in Finite Element Analysis, hydrostatic, stability and motion analysis.
• Good knowledge in RORO operations and ballasting calculations, as well as mooring analysis.
• General understanding of Modular Hydraulic Platform Trailers.
• Operational experience with installation systems (i.e., skidding systems, gantry cranes).

We offer long‑term career growth, hybrid work arrangements, and flexible scheduling options.