Structural Engineer

Role Objective

• Assess and engineer the structural integrity of tanks, foundations, roofs, platforms, access systems, and supporting steelwork affected by the upgrade and repair works.

Core Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide structural engineering assessment and design for crude oil storage tank foundations, ringwalls, shell reinforcement, and roof structural repairs.
• Conduct structural integrity assessments of tank support structures, platforms, stairways, and access structures under offshore wind, wave, and seismic loading conditions where applicable.
• Review and approve structural repair designs for corroded or damaged tank shells, roofs, and foundations, ensuring compliance with API 650 Appendix E/F and relevant structural steel codes (AISC/Eurocode 3).
• Assess tank settlement survey data (from the API 653 Tank Inspector) and determine whether foundation remediation or re-leveling is structurally required.
• Design and review temporary works (scaffolding load paths, lifting frames, access platforms) required to support tank repair and coating operations offshore.
• Coordinate with the Piping Engineer on pipe support and pipe rack structural interfaces tied into the storage tank systems.
• Review and approve structural fabrication drawings and witness critical structural weld inspections in conjunction with the NDT Specialist.
• Prepare structural engineering calculation packages and as-built documentation for client and regulatory submission.

Qualifications and Requirements
Offshore structural failure risk (wave/wind loading combined with corrosion-weakened members) demands an exceptionally high qualification bar.

• B.Eng./M.Eng. in Civil/Structural Engineering, minimum Second Class Upper — a Master's degree with a structural engineering specialization is strongly preferred and will be scored above Bachelor's-only candidates.
• Ten (10) years post-NYSC structural engineering experience in oil & gas/marine infrastructure, with a minimum of six (6) years specifically on storage tank foundation/shell structural assessment and repair.
• COREN registration as a full member is mandatory; Chartered membership of a recognized international structural engineering body (e.g., IStructE) is required as an additional, non-substitutable qualification.
• Demonstrated, verifiable expert-level proficiency in structural analysis software (STAAD.Pro, SACS, or equivalent) for offshore/marine structural loading scenarios, evidenced through a live technical assessment during interview.
• Proven experience with API 650 Appendix E (seismic design) and Appendix F (design of tanks for small internal pressures) sufficient to independently review and critique tank structural designs without supervision.
• Minimum five (5) documented, independently verifiable tank foundation/structural repair projects led as lead structural engineer, each verifiable via named, contactable client references bearing tank identification numbers and project dates.
• Minimum six (6) years offshore/marine structural engineering experience specifically, including direct exposure to metocean loading assessment (wave, current, wind) — onshore-only structural experience does not satisfy this requirement.
• Valid BOSIET/HUET, offshore medical fitness certificate, and full readiness for extended rotational offshore deployment.
• Must pass a rigorous written and practical technical assessment covering tank foundation design, structural steel repair detailing, and offshore loading calculations.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected]using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Application Package

• A detailed curriculum vitae stating the position title and reference number.
• Copies of academic qualifications, professional registrations and all mandatory certificates, including certificate numbers and expiry dates.
• A project-experience schedule covering at least three relevant assignments and stating client, facility, dates, scope, exact role, achievements and a contactable referee.
• Evidence supporting role-specific experience claims, such as redacted appointment letters, client approvals, signed reports, logbooks or completion certificates.
• Current availability and earliest mobilisation date.

Important Note

• Incomplete applications or applications that do not clearly demonstrate every mandatory criterion may be screened out without further correspondence.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Selection standard

• The criteria in this document are deliberately rigorous.
• Appointment is subject to documentary verification, certification-registry checks, a technical interview or practical assessment, client acceptance and fitness to mobilise. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee shortlisting.

Employment basis

• Project-based engagement. Rotation, mobilisation date, contract duration and commercial terms will be communicated to shortlisted candidates.

Recruitment and Compliance Notice

• All appointments are subject to verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional standing, medical fitness, offshore survival status, references and client-specific competence requirements.
• The employer reserves the right to conduct written, oral, practical and scenario-based assessments and to withdraw an offer where information is inaccurate, incomplete or cannot be verified.
• The successful candidates will be required to comply with project HSE rules, quality plans, information-security controls, anti-bribery requirements, confidentiality obligations and all lawful site instructions.
• No candidate may perform work outside the limits of his or her verified competence or certification authority.
• Applications will be considered on merit and role-related competence.
• Reasonable accommodation may be provided during the selection process where requested and practicable, without reducing the essential safety and technical requirements of the role.
• Application instructions and the closing date will be stated in the publication notice.
• Applicants must use the position title and reference number as the email or portal submission subject.

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