Senior Structural Engineer – Jack-up Engineering

Senior Structural Engineer – Jack-up Engineering

Full-Time No working from home possible
DNV

Role Overview

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 a shared purpose and something 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. The team provides 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 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.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver technical work and manage engineering projects related to jack‑up operations for offshore wind turbines and other energy projects.
  • Perform in‑depth structural analyses and site‑specific assessments for jack‑up units and wind turbine installation vessels operating under extreme conditions.
  • Lead technical excellence on projects, driving the delivery of optimal solutions to clients.
  • Ensure quality assurance by verifying the work of other team members while delivering technically sound results.
  • Take ownership of projects with a high degree of autonomy, supported by mentorship and guidance from senior engineers.
  • Collaborate with the Service Manager to expand the Jack‑Up Engineering business, including preparing tenders, crafting proposals and acting as Key Account Manager for key customers.

Required Qualifications

  • Significant experience in engineering consultancy with a background in offshore structures, offshore wind or oil and gas.
  • In‑depth knowledge of structural analysis with focus on at least one of the following: wave loading, dynamic response, finite element analysis, naval architecture, marine operations, seismic design.
  • Demonstrable project management skills and proven ability to meet clients and lead projects independently with minimal supervision.
  • Proactive, innovative mindset with a commitment to developing new or cutting‑edge approaches for the offshore industry.
  • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with confidence in building professional relationships and strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
  • Adaptability and agility, able to maintain high performance and quality under pressure.
  • A recognised engineering degree in a relevant discipline.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Familiarity with industry assessment software such as Abaqus or Ansys.
  • Experience conducting technical advisory assignments and third‑party verification work.
  • Chartered membership of a relevant professional institutional body.

Benefits

  • Excellent career development and progression opportunities within DNV’s global reach.
  • Non‑contractual profit share scheme.
  • Lifestyle benefits – 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, up to 10 days unpaid leave, sabbatical leave, flexible working options.
  • Wellbeing benefits – private medical or dental insurance, health assessments, gym allowance, company contribution towards eye tests and glasses for computer/laptop users, flu vaccinations, employee assistance programme and free fruit in the office.
  • Financial benefits – pension scheme with employer contributions up to 9%, life assurance and income protection.
  • Travel benefits – season ticket loan, cycle‑to‑work scheme, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
  • Mentored support towards professional accreditation and annual reimbursement of relevant professional membership fees (up to £570) and bonus for chartership achievement.
  • Access to employee retail discount site for high street and online shopping.

EEO Statement

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

Compliance Note

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country‑specific laws and practices.

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