Job Description

​The Opportunity

We have a rare opportunity for a Lead or Senior Structural Engineer to join our progressive team of industry experts based in our West Perth office. You will work with our inter-disciplinary engineering team on marine inspection, repair and maintenance projects with a diverse range of clients.

Your duties will include:

• Working with Discipline Lead, Design Engineers, and Draftspersons to deliver designs and reports that meet the project, industry, and technical requirements.
• Design of Permanent subsea materials and installation aids/structures.
• Generation and completion of sea fastening designs and calculations.
• Delivering fit for purpose solutions for assigned structural engineering scopes.
• Performing appropriate analyses, design calculations, and reports that reflect installation methodology and in accordance with industry recognised design standards.
• As required, attend site to monitor fabrication and sea fastening at fabricators facilities and at vessel mobilisations.

About You

We are seeking someone who can look at a situation from all angles and make design decisions that are efficient and effective. Your analytical mind and strong attention to detail, mixed with your ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, will be strong assets in this role.

We are looking for the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering: Civil/Structural, Mechanical, Naval Architecture, or similar degrees will be considered.
• Proven knowledge of and experience in structural design of permanent offshore/subsea structures in accordance with industry codes and standards, including:
  • ISO 19902 - Fixed Steel Offshore Structures and ASIC 360 - Specification for Steel Structural Buildings
  • Other related codes such as: DNV-ST-N001 - Marine operations and marine warranty; API RA 2A - API Planning, Designing and Constructing Fixed Offshore Platforms; DNV Mooring codes and standards
• Competency in Solidworks simulation (or similar FEA package).
• Experience in lifting analysis / engineering.
• Willingness to travel to site as required.

Who are we

We are Fugro, the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, focused on mapping, modeling and monitoring data about the earth’s surface and the structures built upon it. With clients spanning land, sea and space, our respected reputation is grounded in valuing our employees as our greatest asset, a steadfast commitment to delivery excellence, and an innovative approach that leverages cutting-edge technology to solve our clients' challenges.

This role is part of the team that provides subsea services to the Australia, Asia, and Pacific regions, including construction, inspection, repair, maintenance (IMR), and decommissioning. Reducing our carbon footprint, we lead the way in advanced remote system technology solutions, including Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) and Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs).

How we work

At Fugro, we embrace a collaborative way of working where people are encouraged to be themselves, recognising that diverse voices and cultures contribute unique perspectives, spark creativity, and drive innovation.

We aim to help our people grow toward their full potential by promoting alignment, autonomy, and personal accountability within a supportive, knowledge-sharing environment. While we value the flexibility of remote work, we also value face-to-face interactions, whiteboard discussions and sharing a meal together.

Fugro offers

• Ongoing, hybrid work from home arrangement | Flexible start and finish times
• Competitive compensation | Annual salary reviews
• 12 week Parental Leave policy
• Salary continuance insurance
• Culture that supports career development, training and progression
• An inclusive and diverse group of colleagues who happily share knowledge
• Friendly, "no-ego" environment where you can be yourself
• New office | Walking distance from train stations | Red Cat bus
• Global, progressive company with industry leading innovation and cutting-edge technology

How to apply

Please write a short cover letter outlining why you have applied for this role and how you meet the selection criteria, please include your up-to-date CV, with relevant information clear and succinct and follow the application prompts. 

Candidates will be asked to provide evidence of Australian working rights to be considered for this position (visa sponsorship is not offered).

Fugro reserves the right to close this advert at any time.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.