Graduate Structural Engineer

Lloyd's Register
Location: - Aberdeen, UK
What We're Looking For

• Graduate Structural Engineer working within the Fixed Structures Team of Lloyd's Registers, 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 programmes.
• 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.