Job-ID: 26004978Category: EngineeringLocation: Chiswick, London, United KingdomSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-27Job Overview:The Principal Structural Engineer is responsible for interpreting internal or external business issues and recommending best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex structural-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Structural Engineer may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in the field of structural engineering. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in structural engineering as well as broad knowledge of the structural discipline within the engineering function. QualificationsEssential Qualifications and Education:Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in engineering15-20 years of experience in oil and gas with a major contractor or consultants predominantly performing detail designPreferably Registered Professional Engineer or member of professional engineering society as applicable Seasoned structural knowledgeVery good organizer, motivator, and supervisorAble to solve problems without assistanceKeen on improving the effectiveness of the workHSE, TQM and cost-consciousFluent in English, both oral and writtenUnderstanding and supporting company goals and work processesShow flexibility and ensure proper hand-over with regards to:The reassignment to other departments/construction sites/fabrication yardsThe reassignment to other McDermott officesThe replacement of colleagues during illness and holidaysThe provision of assistance to other colleagues with heavy workloads (also other projects) when possible/desirableThe managing/learning of future current working methods and software applicationsDetailed knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods, and detailed knowledge of the theory, content, and application of standards, codes, and guidelines as applicableKnowledgeable in project coordination and execution skills#LI-SJ1#LI-HYBRIDResponsibilitiesKey Tasks and Responsibilities:Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses and design as per design basis, project specifications, design codes, and standardsApply in-depth skills and broad knowledge of the business to address complex problems and nonstandard situationsPrepare clear and accurate detailed design calculations and analyses including design reports and - proceduresManage own time to meet objectives and (as Lead Engineer) forecast and plan resource requirementsClearly communicate and explain difficult concepts and persuade others to adopt a point of viewWhen acting as Lead Engineer, in addition:Direct medium or large Engineering team as a Lead EngineerLead the Discipline engineering design of the assigned work area and complete it within the planned schedule and budget, in accordance with standards, MDR, and project-specific procedures and to a high professional standardPlan, organize, and direct all aspects of Discipline execution on the assigned project including scope, deliverables, schedule, and all manpower resources - agree allocations with the Discipline ManagerEnsure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identifiedMaintain responsibility for progress and productivity, identifying any required corrective actionAct as project representative for the Discipline during meetings with Project Team, Customer discipline lead and relevant agencies such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc.Train/mentor other employees in the departmentAssist and monitor MOPEX offices on projectsHas a good understanding of the other engineering departmentsInitiate interface with other disciplines to obtain input for discipline designsHas a good understanding of construction/fabrication yard and client requirementsHas commercial insightHelps to maintain unifiPrepare bid from sketching data, using experienceSupervise engineers and designersDefine scopes of work for engineering/construction fabrication yardProvide engineering support as requiredPerform engineering checks of draftingPerform engineering checks prepared by others within the disciplinePerform design verification through single discipline check and assist with inter-discipline checks (IDC)Prepare MTOs of structuresPrepare specificationsPrepare subcontractReview of vendor dataPrepare technical bid evaluationsAssist in furthering the departmentTasks as Engineering Specialist:Coordinate and check the work of senior and junior engineersConduct peer reviews on requestProvide technical assistance where requiredPrepare structural analyses and reports on calculations or perform specialist tasks (i.e., architectural designs, underground piping designs, complex structures, topsides, jackets, weight control reports, the center of gravity reports)Is specialized in several fields (geotechnical, steel, concrete, dynamic calculations, FEM, fatigue calculations, earthquake, jackets, FPSOs, blast, hydrodynamics, architectural, …)Is specialized in several design codes (EC, ACI/AISC/API, GOST, …)Check designs for operational requirements, constructability, and maintainabilityPrepare project engineering guidesTasks as Lead Engineer:Work as Lead Engineer on medium to large-size EPC projectsResponsible for all engineering and design work on any projectHas full control and manages work hours, materials, progressWork in close liaison with the Design CoordinatorSet up all engineering computer systemsAssist Project Manager in:Preparing deliverable controlPreparing schedulePreparing progress reportsPreparing man-hour and capital expenditure estimatesCoordinate with project managementTrain personnel under their supervisionIs responsible for discipline within the engineering groupManage (design) subcontractsIdentify and manage changes in the scope of workIs responsible for filing of engineering workGive relevant feedback to the department Reports to: Project: Lead Engineer, Project Engineering Manager, or Project Manager Functional: Supervising Department Manager Liaise with: All Engineering disciplines, Construction site/Fabrication Group, Safety Dept, Project Management Team, Document Control, Project Planner, Project Cost Controller, QC and Certification Group, Procurement Group, Subcontractors and Vendors, and Customers Supervises: Senior Engineers, Engineers and DesignersAbout the companyLutech Resources has over 25 years’ experience providing tailor made recruitment and integrated resource management to leading Engineering, Energy and Manufacturing sector companies worldwide. 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Principal Structural Engineer employer: McDermott International
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