Lead Offshore Structural Engineer

About the company

Quest Global is a long-established engineering services firm with more than 25 years of experience. Headquartered in Singapore, the company operates across 17 countries and runs 71 delivery centers and offices with a workforce of over 20,000 people. Its work spans major technology and industrial sectors, including aerospace and defence, industrial products, FMCG, oil & gas, power generation, and automotive. The organization focuses on end-to-end engineering support across product design, development, prototyping, testing, certification, manufacturing support, sustenance, repair, documentation, re-engineering, and consulting.

The company emphasizes an inclusive workplace where different perspectives are welcomed and employees are encouraged to contribute authentically. Its broader mission is to use engineering to solve difficult problems and help build a better future.

Role overview

This position is for a Lead Offshore Structural Engineer based in Bangalore. The role involves offshore structural design and analysis work for topsides and jackets, with exposure to oil & gas engineering projects and related structural systems.

Technical screening details

As part of the first-stage evaluation, candidates are expected to share their background across key areas such as education, total experience, oil & gas exposure, structural project experience, onshore and offshore work, topside and jacket experience, FPSO experience, report preparation, WCR, and analysis methods including fatigue, seismic, in-place, boat impact, pushover, lift, loadout, and transportation.

Assessment is also expected for software knowledge in STAAD Pro, SACS, Navis, Mathcad, and Ram Connection, along with familiarity with codes and standards such as API-RP-2A, API 580, API 2SIM, DNV codes, and AISC. The screening format also asks for current location, preferred location, last drawn annual salary, expected annual salary, notice period, and willingness to relocate to Bangalore.

Responsibilities

• Carry out structural design and analysis for offshore assets, especially jackets and topside structures.
• Perform pre-service and in-service assessments for topside and jacket systems.
• Carry out feasibility evaluations and contribute technical inputs for offshore assignments.
• Prepare structural calculations that confirm safety, integrity, and performance.
• Work with cross-functional teams to solve engineering challenges and deliver practical offshore solutions.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and code requirements to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Visit sites and inspect offshore structures to evaluate condition and operational performance.
• Identify anomalies in structural inspection reports for offshore topside, underwater, and onshore structures, then assess risks and recommend repairs.
• Create and maintain technical records such as design reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Take part in project discussions and provide guidance to project teams.
• Support project proposal preparation, including estimates and schedules.
• Train and mentor junior engineers through learning material and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Communicate effectively with multinational clients and site engineers, including responses to technical queries.

Requirements

• A diploma in Civil Engineering or a B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering is required, with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil or structural engineering also relevant for assessment.
• At least 5 years of experience in offshore oil and gas projects is required.
• Strong hands-on experience in modelling and analysing steel and reinforced concrete structures, including foundations, using industry software such as STAAD Pro and SACS; knowledge of Mathcad is also expected, while Ansys and Abaqus are advantageous.
• Practical experience in preparing design calculation sheets for reinforced concrete and steel structures using codes and standards.
• Exposure to Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Solid understanding of civil and structural codes such as API, AISC, ACI, and Eurocodes.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, a proactive mindset, positive attitude, problem-solving ability, decision-making ability, self-motivation, and strong work ethics.
• Candidates should be open to relocation to Bangalore.

Additional information

Interested candidates are asked to share their resume directly at the contact provided in the source posting.

Location: Bangalore, India.

Experience cues mentioned in the screening include work across domain oil & gas, structural projects, onshore and offshore assignments, topside/jacket structures, FPSO, report preparation, and WCR.

Software and tools mentioned include STAAD Pro, SACS, Navis, Mathcad, Ram Connection, and FEA tools such as Ansys and Abaqus.

Codes and standards referenced include API-RP-2A, API 580, API 2SIM, DNV codes, AISC, ACI, and Eurocodes.

No stipend or salary details were provided in the source.

No specific number of openings, joining date, or application deadline was stated.

Employment type was not explicitly mentioned in the source and has been interpreted as a full-time professional role.

Perks were not listed in the source.