Graduate Structural Engineer

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate Structural Engineer working within the Fixed Structures Team of Lloyd’s Register's Global Technical Support Office. This role is based in Aberdeen, United Kingdom (UK).
• The Fixed Structures Team specialises in the design review of structural calculations and independent modelling of a diverse range of structures for offshore, subsea, nearshore, and onshore infrastructure for both renewables and the oil and gas sector for compliance with regulatory requirements and international design standards.
• You will work with a global based team of structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, and a multidisciplinary team of design engineers in the Global Technical Support Office together with our field surveyors to assess and deliver pragmatic solutions to problems.
• As a graduate engineer, you will have to play a key role working within the Fixed Structures Team, assessing the designs of a broad range of assets against a range of international design standards, rules, and regulatory frameworks.
• The role will include interfacing with a range of technical disciplines in the Global Technical Support Office to assist in providing pragmatic advice and solutions to both colleagues and clients.

What We Offer You

• The opportunity to work for an organization that has a strong sense of purpose, is value-driven, and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programs.
• A Full-time permanent role.

The Role

You will have a sharp and continuous focus on your professional development, actively seeking out opportunities to enhance expertise and keep skills fully up to date.

As a Graduate Structural Engineer, you will have the opportunity to assist in providing the expert specialist technical advice which customers expect from Lloyd’s Register. Bringing a sophisticated approach to problem-solving, you’ll go on to effectively manage complex aspects of multidisciplinary projects, combining innovative thinking with precise rigour.

• To assist in carrying out structural assessments and review of design documentation against energy industries technical safety arrangements, codes and standards, regulations, client project requirements, within a defined scope that includes budget constraints and contractual requirements.
• To produce a report / certificate / document to an agreed format and within an agreed timescale including data collection, analysis, and presentation.
• Create and maintain technical file systems. Maintain computer databases. Provide administrative assistance as required.
• Conduct occasional site visits at various client sites or production facilities as required to successfully complete projects.
• To actively pursue Continuous Professional Development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.

What You Bring

• A BEng or MEng degree in the field of structural/civil or equivalent from a tertiary organisation recognised by Lloyd’s Register.
• Sound knowledge of structural engineering design principles necessary for the design and analysis of steel or concrete structures. Knowledge and understanding of offshore structures would be considered an advantage.
• Some working experience in a related structural design field would be desirable.
• Competency with MS Office packages to efficiently manage data; create spreadsheets and produce reports.
• A knowledge of basic project management techniques is desirable.
• A practical, adaptable, and well-organised approach - and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English and the ability to prepare technical reports.

You Are Someone Who:

• Is keen to take accountability and ownership for delivering customer needs.
• Can self-manage and prioritize tasks towards achieving goals.
• Is effective at solving problems, troubleshooting, and making timely decisions.
• Is flexible and eager to take initiatives.
• Communicates in a structured way and has the ability to present technical ideas in user-friendly language.
• Displays a team spirit, particularly in a multicultural environment.
• Responds positively to learning opportunities and is comfortable stepping out of your own comfort zone.

About Us

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.

Be a Part of Lloyd's Register

Lloyd’s Register is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that aims to engineer a safer world through promoting safety and education. For a thriving ocean economy, Lloyd’s Register colleagues and Lloyd’s Register Foundation work together to fund research, foster industry collaboration and develop action-oriented solutions to make the world a safer place.

Diversity and Inclusion at Lloyd's Register

Together we are one Lloyd’s Register, committed to developing an inclusive and safe workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity. We strive to ensure that all applicants to LR experience equality of opportunity and fair treatment, because we believe it is the right thing to do. We hope you do too.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:

• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
• Communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required.
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
• At least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people.