Offshore Wind Project Engineer

Position Overview

The Offshore Wind Project Engineer manages the technical and engineering aspects of offshore wind farm development, from concept and FEED through detailed design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning. This role sits at the intersection of traditional offshore engineering and renewable energy, requiring adaptability, interdisciplinary breadth, and the ability to navigate a rapidly evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage engineering deliverables across offshore wind project phases including concept, FEED, and detailed design
• Coordinate multi-discipline engineering activities including structural, electrical, geotechnical, and marine engineering
• Develop and review technical specifications for offshore wind components including foundations, substations, array cables, and export cables
• Manage engineering interfaces between WTG supply, foundations, substation, and cable packages
• Support procurement with technical evaluation of vendor bids and proposals for offshore wind equipment and services
• Review and approve contractor method statements, installation procedures, and risk assessments for offshore installation campaigns
• Monitor engineering progress against project schedule; identify and resolve technical issues and design conflicts
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies, certification agencies (DNV, Bureau Veritas), and stakeholders on technical compliance
• Support offshore installation campaigns including foundation, cable, and WTG installation phases
• Contribute to technology development initiatives including floating wind, larger turbines, and innovative foundation concepts

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Renewable Energy Engineering; Master's degree preferred
• Certifications: BOSIET/FOET (for offshore support); GWO certifications preferred; Valid Offshore Medical; Chartered Engineer status preferred
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in offshore engineering with at least 2 years in offshore wind; experience across multiple project phases
• Technical Skills: Offshore wind project delivery; foundation design knowledge (monopile, jacket, floating); cable system engineering; project management; multi-discipline coordination; DNV standards