Key Skills

Job Description

When decades of offshore history meet today’s engineering challenge. As a Senior Structural Integrity Engineer, you work on offshore structures that have already lived a life. Jackets and top sides may have been operating for decades, modified multiple times and documented with varying levels of detail. When these structures need to be lifted, transported or decommissioned, understanding how they will behave during removal operations. That is where your engineering judgement makes the difference. Using tools such as SACS and DNV Sesam/Genie, you assess structural integrity, challenge assumptions and determine the right analysis approach. You turn complex structural behavior and sometimes incomplete information into clear, practical and technically robust solutions that can be executed offshore. You independently drive your structural integrity scope from definition through analysis, verification and delivery. Depending on the project, you may also act as Lead Engineer, reviewing work and guiding less experienced engineers while remaining closely involved in the technical analysis yourself. What will you be working on? Building, checking and interpreting structural models using SACS, DNV Sesam/Genie or similar software. Assessing offshore jackets, top sides and related structures for lifting, load-out and transportation. Defining fit for purpose analysis strategies, assumptions and acceptance criteria in line with HMC guidance and recognized codes and standards. Developing practical and robust engineering solutions when structural information, geometry or condition is uncertain. Independently managing your technical scope, priorities, risks, interfaces and deliverables towards Project Engineers. Acting as Lead Engineer when required, reviewing analyses and guiding less experienced engineers. Contributing to the continuous improvement of engineering methods, workflows, quality standards and tools. What do you bring? A bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. At least 5 years of relevant structural engineering experience, with the ability to independently manage complex engineering scopes. A strong background in steel structures, structural analysis and relevant engineering codes and standards. Experience with structural analysis software such as SACS, DNV Sesam/Genie, STAAD. Ro, SCIA or similar. Strong analytical skills combined with practical engineering judgement. The ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly in English. Strong interest in supporting and coaching less experienced engineers. The flexibility to work temporarily offshore, abroad or from one of our international offices. Your foundation for success You enjoy solving complex engineering problems where there is not always one obvious answer. You are comfortable taking ownership, challenging assumptions and making sound engineering decisions, even when information is incomplete. You combine technical depth with a practical mindset and know how to translate complex structural analyses into clear recommendations. You work well with others, share your knowledge and help less experienced engineers grow. Here’s why people love working with us Strong compensation & benefits, including an annual bonus plan tied to company performance. Future-proof pension scheme. 30 days off, with the option to buy 10 additional days. Free access to our in-house gym, including fitness classes. Activities to connect with colleagues, including our Friday afternoon get-together. A modern and easily accessible office in Leiden. Is this your dream job? Please submit your application. So hit the button, apply, and make the impossible possible with Heerema. We’d love to meet you! Are you ready to make the impossible possible?

Core Responsibilities

Assess the structural integrity of offshore jackets, topsides, and related structures for lifting, load-out, transportation, and decommissioning, using structural analysis tools and fit-for-purpose methods. Manage technical scopes from definition through delivery, review analyses and guide less experienced engineers when acting as Lead Engineer, and contribute to improving engineering methods and quality.

Requirements

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil, mechanical, or aerospace engineering and at least five years of relevant structural engineering experience are required. Candidates should have strong steel-structure analysis experience, familiarity with structural analysis software and engineering codes, sound practical judgment, clear English communication skills, and an interest in coaching junior engineers.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Plan
• Pension Scheme
• 30 Days Off
• Option to Buy 10 Additional Days Off
• Free Access to In-House Gym
• Fitness Classes
• Colleague Social Activities
• Modern Office