Heavy Lift Engineer

Position Overview

The Heavy Lift Engineer specializes in the planning, analysis, and execution of major offshore lifting operations for topside modules, jackets, subsea structures, and wind turbine components. This role requires deep expertise in crane vessel operations, rigging engineering, and load path analysis to safely execute some of the most complex and high-value operations in the offshore industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop heavy lift procedures and rigging plans for major offshore lifts including topside modules, jackets, and subsea structures
• Perform lift analysis including crane capacity verification, load chart compliance, rigging design, and dynamic amplification factor calculations
• Prepare vessel-specific lift documentation including crane configuration, rigging arrangements, and lift sequence plans
• Analyze barge and vessel stability during heavy lift operations; prepare ballast plans and stability booklets
• Coordinate with crane vessel operators, rigging contractors, and transport engineers on lift logistics and sequencing
• Support offshore execution of heavy lift campaigns, providing real-time engineering support and decision-making
• Develop transport and installation procedures for offshore wind turbine components (nacelles, blades, towers)
• Review and approve contractor lift plans, method statements, and risk assessments
• Manage lift-related technical queries and concessions with design engineering teams
• Prepare lift completion documentation including as-built records, rigging inspection certificates, and lift reports

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Civil Engineering; Master's degree preferred
• Certifications: BOSIET/FOET (for offshore support); Valid Offshore Medical; Chartered Engineer status preferred; Rigging and Lifting Appointed Person certification
• Experience: Minimum 7 years in offshore heavy lift engineering; experience with major crane vessels (sheerleg, SSCV, HLV, jack-up)
• Technical Skills: Crane vessel operations and capacity analysis; rigging engineering; stability analysis; structural analysis (SACS, STAAD); DNV lifting standards compliance; transport engineering

Preferred

• Experience with wind turbine installation vessel (WTIV) operations
• Float-over installation engineering experience
• Dynamic lift analysis and motion compensation systems knowledge
• Marine warranty survey experience