Job Description

Offshore Business embarks on a journey to transition from a traditional shipbuilder to an Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solution provider, offering products such as FPSO, FLNG, Offshore Renewables and other Floating Production Units.

Also, Hanwha Oceans’ Offshore Business Division recently expanded its global footprint by establishing new Global Business Centers in North America and Europe with the intention of becoming a project-centric and client-driven business organization. This transformation aims to offer enhanced project execution and knowledge-driven operational models by bridging the upstream culture of three continents across Asia, Europe, and America.

Together with talented people and through leadership, Offshore Business continues to deliver outstanding performance for our customers, partners, and shareholders by moving into its next phase of growth and success.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient Team Lead –Analysis to join our dynamic Global Projects Offshore (GPO) division. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in the design, analysis, and installation assessment of mooring systems for floating offshore structures operating in deep and ultra-deepwater environments.

This leadership role will support engineering teams globally across Conceptual, Pre-FEED, FEED, and EPCI project phases, specifically for floating platforms such as FPSOs, FLNGs, Semis, and TLPs. The Team Lead will act as a Technical Authority (TA) for mooring, global, installation and hydrodynamic analysis, guiding the delivery of world-class engineering solutions for permanent mooring systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of analysis engineers in the execution of mooring system designs and analyses including installation and operation phases.
• Deliver high-quality, technically sound engineering for anchoring system components throughout all project phases.
• Provide technical oversight and resource planning across project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for mooring, global, installation and hydrodynamic design/analysis, ensuring compliance with international codes and standards (e.g., DNV, ABS, API, ISO).
• Act as the Engineering Project Manager or Discipline Lead for engineering studies and large-scale execution projects as needed.
• 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.
• Review and approve internal documentation, technical specifications, drawings, and calculation reports.
• Support business development efforts with mooring expertise during tenders and conceptual/pre-FEED phases.

Technical Expertise & Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Specify and manage 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.
• Represent the company in technical reviews, JIPs, standards committees, and interface meetings with clients and classification societies.
• 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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Ocean, Offshore, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the offshore oil & gas industry, ideally including prior experience in leading small engineering or project teams, with at least 5 years of specialized expertise in mooring engineering and analysis.
• Proven track record with deepwater mooring systems and floating production facilities (FPSO, FLNG, Semi, TLP, etc.).
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as OrcaFlex, AQWA, SIMA, MOSES, DeepC, or equivalent.
• 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.).
• Strong leadership and team mentoring capabilities, with excellent communication skills across disciplines.
• 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.

Work Authorization:

The ideal candidate for this role will have authorization to work in the US prior to joining Hanwha. This role will not sponsor or help with the sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

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