Sr. Structural Engineer

• A bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or mechanical engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in offshore engineering, project preparation and execution
• A solid background in offshore structural engineering
• Strong analytical skills combined with a practical, pragmatic mindset
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Supervisory and coaching skills to guide and support less experienced engineers
• The ambition and flexibility to work (temporarily) offshore, abroad or in one of our international offices

• Strong compensation & benefits, including an annual bonus plan tied to company performance;
• Bonus basis = your annual gross salary + 13th month + 8% holiday allowance;
• Future-proof pension: gross scheme covering base + 13th month + holiday allowance, with no mandatory contribution up to €72.488,52.
• 30 days off to recharge, with the option to buy 10 extra days;
• Free access to our in-house gym, including fitness classes;
• Activities to connect with colleagues (e.g., our Friday-afternoon get-together);
• A modern and easily accessible office in Leiden.

Unfortunately, for this position, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or work permit arrangements.

Your role in the story
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you take ownership of the structural engineering scope within one of our large-scale projects within Decommissioning, T&I or Wind. Rather than splitting your attention across multiple projects, you are typically assigned to a single project for a prolonged period, giving you the opportunity to follow the full engineering lifecycle, from early concept development and tendering through detailed engineering, fabrication support, offshore execution and project close-out.

You act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for structural engineering within the project team. You coordinate technical decisions, align stakeholders and ensure engineering quality throughout the project. You are also the functional lead of a team of structural engineers within the project. You provide guidance, review technical work, coach less experienced colleagues and create the conditions for the team to perform at its best. Also, you potentially act as the interface for engineering subcontractors supporting the project scope.

• Concept and detailed design of offshore fit‑for‑purpose lifting arrangements and steel structures, such as lifting appliances, lift points, grillage and seafastening
• Structural strength verifications according to HMC guidance and criteria, along with recognized codes and standards
• Reviewing and approving structural deliverables, including drawings and construction reports
• Performing quality control on work delivered by colleagues and contractors
• Actively contributing to a learning and continuously improving engineering organization by sharing knowledge and identifying improvement opportunities

This role is ideal for someone who is already operating as a Lead Engineer or who is ready to step into a lead role and take ownership within technically challenging offshore projects. You enjoy combining technical depth with leadership and gain energy from seeing your engineering decisions realized offshore.

Is this your dream job? Put in your application now!

The application process consists of two interviews, an online assessment, and an employment offer. So hit the button, apply, and make the impossible possible with Heerema. We'd love to meet you!

Unfortunately, for this position, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or work permit arrangements.

Sr. Structural Engineer

Location: Leiden
Weekly standard hours: 40.00
Department: Engineering
Seniority Level: Senior
Job Requisition ID: 718