Ship Structure - Lifting Appliances Senior Specialist

Ship Structure - Lifting Appliances Senior Specialist The role Lloyd’s Register Location: We are considering multiple locations. What we’re looking for We are currently seeking for our office in Hamburg or Rotterdam a qualified structural engineer to conduct independent examinations and complex FEA calculations on large and heavy lift lifting appliances, as well as other types of lifting gear. The role will involve appraising lifting appliances, including floating and land-based heavy lift cranes, complex offshore lifting tools, spreader beams, elevators, pipe lay mission equipment (such as A&R structures and pipeline structures handling systems), and traveling work platforms. The design aspects must be evaluated according to the LR Code for Lifting Appliances in a Marine Environment and/or other relevant international standards. The ideal candidates should possess the necessary practical skills, knowledge and experience to perform these design appraisals. A solid background in structural engineering is essential, ideally supplemented by technical skills in related machinery and control systems. Experience in project management, especially in serving international clients, will be highly valued. What we offer you The opportunity to work for an organization that has a clear sense of purpose, is guided by values and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes. A Full time permanent role. Possibility to work with highly respected experts. Work on projects for our clients. An inclusive working environment. Sharing of knowledge, coaching and mentoring to enable development and growth. Working in a global team and network of specialist. Access to colleague incentive bonus Hybrid ways of working. Personal development plans and training to your needs. The Role : The key responsibility of the role is to examine and approve technical documents like drawings or reports to the requirements of the selected Codes or Standards. Coordinating design appraisal and certification of projects, working together with other international offices and different disciplines (e.g. structural, mechanical, electrical, and survey departments). Providing on-the-job training and guidance to colleagues. Act as point of contact for questions related to Lifting Appliances, for internal and external client. What you bring. Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Naval Architecture or equivalent, and/or Chartered/Professional qualification and a member of a relevant professional institution; Relevant at least five years experience in Lifting Appliance structural design/ plan appraisal. Thorough knowledge on design principles/structural idealization /loadings of lifting appliances and a sound understanding of the governing design conditions and the rule/code requirements. Good experience in structural analysis (FEA) of lifting appliance structures and working knowledge of any prominently used FE software, DLUBAL RFEM. Experience in the application of fatigue design Codes and Standards. Be able to collaborate effectively with others, manage tasks to meet LR and client deadlines, and maintain strong performance in demanding situations. Good skill to conduct technical conversation with clients and maintain good relationships with client with client focus mind-set; Proficiency in the English Language commensurate with the work and to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. Dutch would be considered a good additional qualification If you share our vision for safety and sustainability, we want to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lloyd's Register Applied Technology Group