Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer

Full-Time 70000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead structural integrity projects and perform hands-on engineering assessments.
  • Company: Join a leading engineering firm with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible hybrid working, generous leave, and a strong pension scheme.
  • Other info: Opportunities for career development and a dynamic work environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in offshore engineering while developing your career.
  • Qualifications: Masters in engineering and 20 years of offshore experience required.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.

Location: Aberdeen, UK

Contract: Permanent, full-time (Hybrid Remote – 2–3 days per week in the office)

Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver structural integrity management projects.
  • Perform hands‑on engineering assessments, including:
    • In‑service analysis of fixed (topsides and jacket) and floating offshore structures (in‑place, dynamic, seismic, fatigue).
    • Global ultimate strength‑based pushover analysis.
    • Structural reliability analysis.
    • Local topsides and jacket analysis (fire, blast, dropped object, vessel impact).
    • Finite element analysis using Ansys or Abaqus.
  • Provide technical assurance to discipline and project tasks.
  • Provide technical leadership to the engineering team in Aberdeen.
  • Assist the discipline manager in business development, tender/proposal management and team‑building activities.
  • Coordinate with multi‑disciplinary teams and project management to deliver projects on budget and schedule.
  • Develop structural design briefs, specifications, operating procedures and performance standards.

Qualifications

  • Masters degree in civil, structural or mechanical engineering.
  • Minimum 20 years of offshore structural engineering experience.
  • Experience in structural integrity management preferred.
  • Proficiency in SACS, Sesam and USFOS software.
  • Knowledge of cross‑discipline areas (metocean, geotechnical, corrosion, materials, welding).
  • Familiarity with best practices and relevant API and ISO offshore structural standards.
  • Exposure to RBI strategies.
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills.
  • Pro‑active, organised, self‑directed; able to work independently and in a team.
  • Ability to work closely with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Right to work in the UK and based in Aberdeen or surrounding areas.
  • Willingness to travel to site offices and offshore facilities.

Benefits

  • Flexible, hybrid working.
  • 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Company pension scheme – 10% employer contribution (no employee contributions required).
  • Company‑sponsored life insurance and private medical insurance.
  • Cycle scheme provided by Green Cycle Initiative.
  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • Funded career and learning development opportunities.

More information about the Rosenxt Group please visit www.rosen-nxt.com.

Principal Structural Engineer employer: 0286 Rosenxt UK Ltd

At Rosenxt Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a flexible hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance while fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture in Aberdeen. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through funded career development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous pension scheme and private medical insurance, making us an attractive choice for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the structural engineering field.

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Contact Details:

0286 Rosenxt UK Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Structural Engineer

Structural Integrity Management
In-Service Analysis
Finite Element Analysis (Ansys, Abaqus)
Global Ultimate Strength-Based Pushover Analysis
Structural Reliability Analysis
Local Topsides and Jacket Analysis
Proficiency in SACS, Sesam, and USFOS Software