Ship Structure Specialist – (Liquified Gas Containment Systems)
Job ID: 40667 | Location: Southampton, Hampshire House | Position Category: Technical Engineer | Position Type: Employee Regular
What we’re looking for
We’re recruiting a Ship Structural Specialist to join our Global Technical Support Office, supporting cutting‑edge projects involving liquefied gas membrane containment systems. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a growing area of Lloyd’s Register’s business, contributing to both new‑build and serviceship projects for designers, ship builders and ship‑owners around the world.
* Design appraisal and design support activities
* Responding to a wide range of technical queries from clients and surveyors
* Supporting shipyards and owners across multiple regions and project types
This role is advertised at Specialist level, but we may consider appointing at Senior Specialist / Assistant Specialist depending on your experience.
What we offer you
* Extensive training and professional development, working closely with a diverse group of engineering, software and consultancy specialists across LR
* Hybrid working: primarily based in our Southampton office with flexible working, combining regular office time with the option to work from home
* Opportunity to work for an organization that has a strong sense of purpose, is value driven and helps colleagues develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes
* Full‑time permanent role
The role
* Technical member of the Specialized Ship Structures team carrying out design appraisal, independent calculations and consultancy against Class Rules and statutory codes, principally with LNG membrane containment systems but also with other gas containment systems (e.g. Ammonia, Hydrogen) and other ship types as business needs dictate
* Contributing ideas and creative solutions for a variety of structural problems through direct calculations and application of LR’s Rules and Regulations & other international standards and codes
* Providing technical advice to internal and external clients globally, including designers, shipyards, ship‑owners and other LR surveyors and specialists
* Contributing to Technology and Rule Development Projects and Proposals to ensure our Rules remain up to date and in line with the latest industry innovations
* Assisting the team leader and other senior team members in the bid and win process for new projects by accurately estimating time requirements
* Managing plan approval projects including monitoring of project progress and spend against budget and contractual requirements
* Actively seeking to ensure client satisfaction and to generate new opportunities with our clients
* Assignment of other duties by the Specialized Ship Structures team lead or line manager as required
What you bring
* A degree in naval architecture, structural engineering, mechanical engineering or similar from a tertiary organisation recognised by Lloyd’s Register
* Strong desire to expand your current knowledge in liquefied gas containment systems and to develop into a subject matter expert in your field
* Experience of ship structural design (including fatigue calculations) and the application of Class Rules to the design and construction of liquefied gas containment systems; practical application of LR’s Gas Ship Rules & Gas Fuelled Ship Rules and the IMO IGC/IGF Codes is desirable
* Experience working in shipyards and/or for ship‑owners is desirable
* Working knowledge of all regulatory bodies (LR, IACS, IMO, flag States and EU), including how they operate and interact
* Knowledge of the structural configuration features and arrangements of the various types of liquefied gas ships, their containment systems, and their supporting arrangements
* General appreciation of sloshing, the factors which cause it and the strength of structures to withstand it
* Understanding of the operation of liquefied gas ships, including loading and unloading
* Membership of an appropriate professional institution
* Working towards achieving Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status
* Proficiency in the English Language (written and oral) commensurate with the work and an ability to write detailed technical reports and design appraisal documentation
* Understanding of the responsibilities of a Classification Society, and the interface between Class Rules and Statutory Regulations
About us
We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance.
We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.
Diversity and Inclusion at Lloyd’s Register
We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:
* Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
* Communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
* Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required.
* Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long‑term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
* At least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lloyd’s Register is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive hiring process that gives each applicant an equal chance to succeed. We embrace diversity and the unique strengths that each individual brings to our team.
How to apply
Interested candidates please apply at careerslr.com and we will respond to you as soon as possible.
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