Lead Naval Architect – FSRU Conversion (1 year contract, renewable)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer with expertise in vessel life extension, fatigue analysis, and structural reinforcement for LNG carriers, FSRUs, and floating energy units. The engineer will perform high-level or Pre-FEED level assessments depending on the availability of detailed hull engineering data, with the goal of enabling 20+ years of safe operation post-conversion.

Key Responsibilities

• Life Extension Assessment

  • Conduct fatigue analysis and evaluate vessel structure for 20 years of additional operation.

  • Assess structural integrity, corrosion allowances, and feasibility of conversion for floating LNG operations.

• Structural & Stability Studies

  • Analyze deck load capacity for regasification equipment, vaporizers, compressors, and skids.

  • Perform Center of Gravity (CoG) and freeboard adjustment checks to ensure vessel stability post-modification.

  • Review intact and damaged stability scenarios using available data or reference assumptions.

• Hull & Structural Reinforcement

  • Identify conceptual hull reinforcements or modifications to support heavy process equipment or LNG buffer tanks.

  • Evaluate the impact of new loads on hull strength, including thermal loads, dynamic loads during STS (ship-to-ship) operations, and operational constraints.

• Conversion Feasibility

  • Perform high-level assessments when detailed hull engineering data is unavailable, leveraging assumptions and reference databases.

  • Where hull details are available, carry out Pre-FEED level assessment covering all critical structural and stability considerations.