Lead Mooring Engineer
About The Position
Hanwha Ocean is transforming into a comprehensive EPCI(O) solutions provider, expanding its portfolio beyond traditional shipbuilding to include FPSO, FLNG, offshore renewables, floating production units, and major onshore energy and infrastructure projects. This strategic growth aims to enhance project execution by integrating Asian and American energy and infrastructure expertise across diverse emerging markets. The company is broadening its commitment to end-to-end energy solutions by venturing into onshore power plants (gas-based and combined-cycle) and wind projects (onshore and offshore), complementing its existing offshore capabilities. The Energy Plant Unit is seeking dynamic individuals to contribute to groundbreaking projects that are redefining the onshore and offshore industry.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Ocean, Offshore, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 10-20 years of experience in the offshore oil & gas industry, with at least 3 years of specific experience in mooring system analysis and installation of FPSOs and other floating offshore structures.
- Experience with deepwater mooring systems and floating production facilities (FPSO, FLNG, Semi, TLP, etc.).
- Good knowledge of mooring and anchor systems installation, preferably with offshore experience.
- Proficiency in industry-standard software such as OrcaFlex, HydroStar, Ariane, SIMA, MOSES, DeepC, or equivalent.
- Proficiency in developing pre- and post-processing tools with Python, Matlab and programming experience for process automation.
- Experience in developing and analyzing mooring systems during Conceptual, Pre-FEED, FEED, or EPCI(O) phases.
- Familiarity with international design standards (API RP 2SK, ISO 19901-7, DNVGL-RP-E301, etc.).
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Fluency in English is required; additional language skills are an asset.
Responsibilities
- Review project specific requirements, prepare all inputs necessary for design and analysis of mooring systems for deepwater floating systems.
- Prepare engineering design basis, technical specifications and design reports as needed.
- Perform engineering analyses for in-place, towing, and installation of mooring and anchoring systems.
- Review compliance of design and calculation results with applicable international codes, company standards, and client requirements.
- Plan, prepare, and specify the necessary equipment and procedures for installation of mooring and anchoring systems.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (EPMs, structural/geotechnical, equipment, hull, and drafting teams) and external clients and contractors/vendors to align technical deliverables with project objectives.
- Perform mooring system conceptual design, frequency-domain, and time-domain dynamic analysis.
- Assess global performance and motion response of floating systems using metocean, environmental condition and oceanographic data.
- Develop technical documentation including load reports, heading analysis, fatigue assessments, and motion studies.
- Develop installation procedures including rigging / fit-up checks, task plans and equipment lists including development of specialized installation aids.
- Review subcontracted hydrodynamic studies, model testing campaigns, and numerical analysis.
- Evaluate technical proposals and bids for mooring components such as tensioning systems, stoppers, fairleads, chains, wire, synthetic ropes, connectors and anchoring systems.
- Develop and maintain Hanwha Ocean’s technical standards and procedures related to mooring system analyses.
- Remain current with latest industry practices, materials, software tools, and regulatory updates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
