Føn Energy Services (Føn) is an independent service provider to the offshore wind industry. Føn comes with unmatched industrial backing from Akastor (Aker), IKM Group and DISA International which allows us to set ambitious growth targets and offer our clients the highest quality of service. Føn currently holds offices in The Netherlands, Norway, UK, Poland and Taiwan. The offshore wind operations are headquartered in IJmuiden, The Netherlands.
We are experiencing an increased demand for our services and are looking to fill potentially multiple Project Engineering positions to support our growing operations in the UK (NL).
The positions are based at our office in IJmuiden area and remote working solutions will not be considered.
Purpose and scope of the position As a Project Engineer, you will support the preparation, execution, and completion of offshore wind projects. You will be the connecting link between our project management onshore and the execution offshore. You will work closely with Project Managers, site teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to the highest HSE and quality standards. You play a vital role in project planning, documentation, procurement coordination, and technical follow-up throughout the project lifecycle.
The position reports to the Project Director of Offshore Wind Services.
Qualifications, requirements and desired characteristics:
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, e.g. Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Marine, Offshore or Subsea; relevant experience can substitute for formal education
4–10 years of relevant engineering experience in offshore wind, offshore energy, marine or subsea
Proven experience working within structured engineering processes, and with implementing them in projects and organizations
Hands-on experience both creating and reviewing engineering deliverables such as method statements, procedures and calculations
Experience from offshore project execution
VCA VOL certificate, or willingness to obtain it
Fluent English, spoken and written
Proficient in MS Office and planning tools (e.g. MS Project)
Willingness to travel abroad and work offshore
Advantages GWO certificates (e.g. Basic Safety Training) - positive, but not required
CSWIP 3.4U
Experience with ROV operations UAV and drone operations or inspection
Experience from operation and maintenance phase (inspections and services)
Work according to Føn's engineering processes and procedures, and make sure project teams follow them
Help implement new and revised engineering processes in projects, including training colleagues and following up on use
Propose improvements to engineering procedures, templates and tools based on project experience and lessons learned
Make sure engineering work meets current regulations, client requirements and industry standards
Prepare method statements, work procedures and task plans for offshore operations
Prepare technical documentation such as engineering calculations, drawings, equipment specifications and mobilisation plans
Carry out risk assessments and HIRA/HAZID input for engineered operations
Define the resources needed for each scope: personnel, equipment, vessels and spreads
Provide technical input to tenders, cost estimates and clarifications
Review and verify Review method statements, procedures and calculations prepared by colleagues and subcontractors
Review client specifications and contract requirements, and raise technical queries and deviations early
Check the quality of technical deliverables, such as inspection reports and data packages, before they go to the client
Manage document control and revision status for engineering documents on your projects
Follow scopes from planning through mobilisation, execution, demobilisation and close-out
Work offshore when needed to support start-up, solve technical issues and verify that work is done as engineered
Handle technical change requests and management of change during execution
Coordinate procurement and technical follow-up of equipment and services
Monitor progress, identify technical risks, interfances and potential delays, and report to the Project Manager
Liaise with clients, subcontractors and internal teams to align technical expectations and deliverables
HSEQ and continuous improvement Promote and follow Føn's HSEQ policies and procedures
Report non-conformities, near misses, incidents and improvement proposals
Stop any work that could cause serious harm to people or property, or serious quality defects
Take part in project evaluations and lessons-learned sessions, and keep up to date on new technology relevant to our services
What can Føn offer the right candidate? Competitive employment conditions including pension, insurance, and welfare benefits
Opportunities for personal and professional development – we invest in our people
Be part of a growing industrial company with strong and ambitious owners
Gain valuable experience in one of the fastest-growing industries globally
Work in a dynamic and supportive team environment
If you want to join our dynamic team and contribute to delivering quality results for our client base in the Renewable Energy business,
