FPSO Marine Engineer

Position Overview

The FPSO Marine Engineer is responsible for the marine and hull systems engineering of FPSO vessels, including ballast, cargo, inert gas, propulsion (if DP), and hull structural integrity. This role bridges traditional marine engineering and offshore oil & gas operations, requiring competence in both Class society requirements and production facility operational needs. The dual marine/oil & gas nature of this role creates a narrow talent pool that struggles to meet growing FPSO fleet demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee FPSO marine systems engineering, including ballast, cargo, inert gas, venting, and bilge systems.
• Develop and review marine system design specifications and operational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Class society rules (DNV, ABS, LR, BV), flag state requirements, and MARPOL regulations.
• Oversee hull structural integrity monitoring, including tank inspection, coating assessment, and corrosion management.
• Manage FPSO stability and loading conditions, including cargo and ballast operations planning.
• Coordinate with Class surveyors for annual, intermediate, and special survey requirements.
• Plan and manage hull and tank maintenance, including tank cleaning, coating repair, and steel renewal.
• Support mooring system inspection and integrity management activities.
• Review and approve marine system modifications and equipment upgrades.
• Provide technical support for FPSO marine operations, including offtake tanker coordination and weather avoidance manoeuvres.

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering or Maritime qualification (Class 1 or 2 Certificate of Competency)
• Certifications: STCW; BOSIET/FOET; DPA qualification (preferred)
• Experience: 8–12 years in marine engineering with FPSO or floating production experience; seagoing experience as Marine Engineer Officer preferred
• Technical Skills: FPSO marine systems (ballast, cargo, inert gas); hull integrity and Class survey; stability and loading; MARPOL compliance; tank inspection and maintenance; mooring system management

Preferred

• Experience with DP-FSO or spread-moored FPSO marine operations
• Involvement in FPSO conversion marine engineering (tank arrangement, ballast system redesign)
• Knowledge of hull integrity monitoring systems (stress monitoring, fatigue monitoring)
• Familiarity with green shipping regulations and FPSO decarbonisation options