Structural Designer - Offshore FEED (Contract)
Contract Type
Contract role
IR35 status: Inside or Outside IR35 (flexible)
Location and Working Arrangement
Aberdeen or London with hybrid working
Remote working considered, with travel to office or site as required
Contract Duration
Initial contract of approximately 4 to 6 months
Start date: As soon as possible
Job Overview
An experienced Structural Designer is required to support an offshore FEED study for a multi-platform development. This is a hands-on design role focused on offshore topsides brownfield modifications, working closely with structural engineers and a wider multidisciplinary team.
The role will suit a designer who is comfortable producing high-quality FEED deliverables, contributing to layout optimisation, and ensuring designs are practical, constructable, and aligned with offshore requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain offshore structural 3D models
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Support FEED activities for offshore topsides and brownfield modifications
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Prepare and update structural layouts, models, and associated design deliverables
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Interface with structural engineers and other disciplines to resolve design issues
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Support optioneering and design development during the FEED phase
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Incorporate offshore survey data and site constraints into design work
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Ensure designs comply with project standards, safety requirements, and offshore best practice
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Support design reviews and model reviews as required
Required Experience and Skills
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Proven experience working as a Structural Designer
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Strong experience using industry-standard offshore structural modelling systems
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Experience with offshore topsides structural modifications and brownfield projects
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Previous involvement in offshore FEED studies
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Offshore project experience, including exposure to survey data, preferred
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Offshore certification beneficial but not essential
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Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Work Eligibility
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Open to candidates with the legal right to work in the UK
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this role