Seaway 7 is a global leader in the delivery of fixed offshore wind farm projects, supporting developers to bring sustainable, renewable energy to the world through the construction of fixed offshore wind farms.
We are a global company headquartered in Oslo - Norway with five further main offices in Aberdeen – UK, Leer – Germany, Vejle - Denmark, Taipei - Taiwan and Zoetermeer - the Netherlands, and furthermore a local presence in all key offshore wind regions around the world. We employ more than 500 people onshore, and an offshore workforce of around 400.
Our values are what guide us every day: safety, integrity, performance, collaboration, sustainability and innovation.
With more than 10 years of offshore wind experience, a state-of-the art fleet, specialist technologies and a range of integrated contracting models, we are well positioned to seize the opportunities of this rapidly growing market. We are expanding our teams in readiness for this growth. Will you be the next addition to join Seaway 7 for this exciting future?
The Project Engineer needs to fit into our team with skills in both technical project management, structural/mechanical engineering and preferably knowledge within naval architecture, geotechnical and/or marine engineering.
Your main tasks will consist of providing input to or leading technical development projects, assisting our Tender Managers with technical documentation for WTG T&I projects, and being in the center of a small and highly skilled team preparing and executing Wind Turbine Installation T&I projects. All tasks will require utilizing both your engineering and technical management skills to prepare technical documentation, coordinate consultants and sub-contractors, as well as plan and lead installation vessel mobilizations on site.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Vessel drawings such as layouts and lifting assessments
- Vessel, engineering and feasibility studies
- Method statements and risk assessments
- Lift plans
- Vessel stability and strength evaluations
- Vessel operation and jacking procedures
- Prepare, facilitate and follow up on design and operational risk workshops
- Prepare or provide input to time schedules and budgets
- Liaise with internal engineering and marine operation specialists
- Coordinate engineering consultants and fabrication/mobilization sub-contractors
- Lead planning and execution of vessel mobilizations
- Ensure high quality and efficiency in own and sub-contracted work
- Participating in technical meeting with clients
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
Essential
A higher technical education in structural, geotechnical or mechanical engineering, marine technology, naval architecture or similar at BSc or MSc level.
Desirable
- Experience with wind turbine transport and installation
- Preferably knowledge on cranes and lifting operations
- Relevant working experience for the role described
- Engineering skills
- Understanding of design and manufacturing of steel structures as well as marine operations
- Vessel strength calculations
- Technical drawings
- Lifting operations
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Personal Qualities
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, committed, solution seeker able to work both independently as well as take a leading role within a team. At Seaway7, we are performance- and interest-based. You must have the curiosity and interest to actively deliver the best solution for the team and our clients. We are looking for a person who is innovative, yet rational and able to focus on workable solutions.
Personal Skills
- Trustworthy and reliable.
- Great time management skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, builds and maintains strong internal/ external business relationships at all levels.
- Collaborative team worker able to work autonomously and take ownership.
- Fluent in English and preferably communicative in Danish or another Scandinavian language.
- Computer skills within Autodesk AutoCad and Inventor, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), and Microsoft Teams.
Seaway 7 are committed to creating a diverse workforce and we look to offer excellent career opportunities as you develop your skills and aspirations.