Jobs

Structural Design Engineer

Discipline
Sector
Location
Noord-Holland
Vacancy ID
83220

As an Engineer in the petrochemical sector, you play a leading role in the design, development and improvement of a plant and you work closely together on the largest projects. Together with a team of experts, you will provide efficient and sustainable solutions that meet the highest standards.

Responsibilities

  • This role focuses on:
  • Producing detailed fabrication drawings
  • Supporting 3D modeling efforts
  • Contributing to process, product, and team development
  • You will start with AutoCAD-based drafting, with a clear progression toward 3D modeling (Tekla Structures).
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Design and draft complex oil & gas equipment, including:
    • Fired heaters
    • Boilers
    • Heavy steel structures
  • Produce:
    • General arrangement drawings
    • Fabrication drawings
    • Erection and demolition drawings
  • Collaborate with:
    • Sales
    • Project management
    • Process engineering
    • External manufacturers and clients
  • Develop and improve design standards and processes
  • Support 3D modeling activities (Autocad and Tekla Structures)
  • Participate in field work when required:
    • Equipment surveys
    • Measurements
    • Retrofit design solutions
  • Assist customers with technical/product-related questions

Requirements

  • Must-Have Requirements:
  • Associate degree or equivalent in a relevant field
  • 3+ years of design/drafting experience in a similar industry
  • Strong experience with AutoCAD (fabrication drawings)
  • Experience with heavy steel structure drafting
  • Heat transfer or combustion equipment
  • Knowledge of:
  • ASME, AWS, ASTM, AISC standards
  • Industry materials, tolerances, and codes
  • Ability to:
  • Work independently and in small teams
  • Review and check design work
  • Nice-to-Have / Preferred Experience
  • Oil & gas industry experience
  • Experience with fired heaters or similar equipment
  • 3D design tools:
  • Tekla Structures (preferred)
  • SolidWorks
  • Experience in:
    • Heat transfer or combustion equipment
    • Construction management
    • FEA / CFD / structural engineering
  • Profile We’re Looking For
    • Strong communication and critical thinking skills
    • Proactive, self-driven, and eager to learn
    • Team player with leadership potential
    • Interested in continuous improvement and innovation
    • Willing to travel occasionally

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01 // Courses, learning and self-development

Standing still in this fast-changing market is not an option. That's why you can combine this position at STAR with courses to further your specialist knowledge and skills. It's the best of all worlds: work, learn and be part of a challenging project all at the same time. Whether you need a springboard to launch your career or simply want to update your expertise, the training programmes offered by our STAR Academy ensure that your qualifications are always in line with your ambitions.

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