Lead Civil / Structural Engineer

NEPTUNE ENERGY IS AN INDEPENDENT ENERGY COMPANY WITH OPERATIONS IN EUROPE, NORTH AFRICA AND ASIA PACIFIC.

Neptune Energy is uniquely positioned for the energy transition. We aim to go beyond net zero by storing more carbon than we, and our customers, emit by 2030. Our vision is to be the leading E&P company by meeting society’s changing energy needs and creating value for our stakeholders. We provide secure supplies of energy with a differentiated portfolio that is gas-weighted, long life, low cost and lower carbon.

Established in 2018, we now employ some 1,300 people in the UK, Norway, Netherlands, Germany, Algeria, Egypt, Indonesia and Australia. Our values of excellence in health, safety and the environment, accountability, integrity and teamwork are a core component of our business and help guide our actions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion or belief, colour, national or ethnic origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the countries where we operate.

Values

Neptune has a set of fundamental values that guide our people and the way we grow our business sustainably: Excellence in HSEQ, Integrity, Individual Accountability and Teamwork. Our Group structure is designed to support these values – it centralises responsibilities and distributes decision-making. With these values at the heart of how we operate, we deliver growth by:

Running our assets and driving our production in a safe, sustainable and efficient manner;

Developing our exploration projects to ensure healthy reserves replacement;

Integrating past acquisitions successfully and high-grading our portfolio of activities;

Considering additional M&A activities if these are value-accretive;

Driving an entrepreneurial culture without compromising integrity or safety in anything we do.

Culture

Neptune Energy’s culture is centred around HSEQ, entrepreneurship, efficiency and value, attracting top E&P industry talent and creating an environment where our employees can flourish.

HSEQ is valued above all else and we are strongly committed to achieving best-in-class HSEQ standards, ensuring continued safe, reliable operations across all the whole organisation. The environment is a key consideration and Neptune Energy is committed to environmentally responsible operations, energy efficiency and transition to a low carbon future.

For our Projects & Engineering department, we are looking for a candidate to fulfil the position of

Lead Structural/Civil Engineer 

Location - UK based supporting TouatGaz, Oued Zine, Algeria

Job description

• Lead Structural / Civil Engineer for portfolio of projects (Category 3 and above) for Oued Zine Asset
• Normally based in UK with travel to Algeria and contracting company offices

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Main duties and responsibilities 

• Client responsible engineer for Civil / Structural discipline, review, acceptance sign-off of EPC deliverables and discipline liaison between EPC and site operations team
• Chartered Structural Engineer with suitable degree.
• Previous experience working as a discipline Lead
• Ensuring the technical integrity, safety, and sustainability of the design.
• Experience working EPC and O&G operators. Working internationally with experience from upstream and downstream O&G will be beneficial.
• In-depth knowledge of design codes, standards, local regulations for Civil and Structural requirement. Preparation of Basis of Design / Scope of Works / Technical Reports
• Competent in preparing and checking engineering / design calculations for steel and concrete structures, developing design sketches and pass relevant info onto Contractors / Vendors
• Competent in use and checking of STAAD Pro. 3D Modelling / Design Software and other engineering software, e.g. Tekla Structural Designer / TEDDS / Navisworks / PTC Mathcad etc
• Supporting procurement i.e. commenting on technical bid evaluations, supplier data etc.
• Supporting engineering team, including construction i.e. responding to RFI / TQ / SQ etc. 
• Experience on HAZOPs / HFE / Constructability reviews.
• Experience with design of reinforced concrete and steelwork foundations for process vessels, equipment, and mechanical packages.

Required qualifications and experience

Education

• University Degree (Bac+5) – Relevant discipline.

Experience

• Extensive experience in operations and projects environment.

Languages

• Fluency in English, French and Arabic would be advantageous. 

Personal Qualities

• Has a passion for what they do, shares knowledge and insights that strengthen team.
• Can live with uncertainty and change but has the determination to work through issues and achieve results.
• Team player with confidence to speak up diplomatically and welcomes challenge.
• Able to make decisions and keep relevant stakeholders informed of them.
• Communicates at all levels with ease and can influence in all directions effectively.
• Assumes appropriate responsibility and has the confidence to hold the company and their own red lines.
• Seeks out the big picture and challenges and supports others to drive continuous improvement.

Behaviours

In Neptune we are looking for team members who:

• Act with humility, promote inclusivity and treat everyone with dignity and respect
• Seek out ways to collaborate and promote a culture of shared learning and knowledge in order to maximise value
• Seek opportunities for positive change and continuous improvement
• Are not afraid to push boundaries and challenge conventional wisdom and established truths
• Can adapt and act quickly in the face of changing situations
• Understand and anticipate stakeholder needs and use this insight to shape actions and decisions appropriately
• Hold themselves and others to account for their contribution and performance
• Show an unwavering commitment to safety, and have high standards of personal integrity

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Neptune we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

What we offer:

At Neptune we are committed to supporting everyone to learn, develop and gain new experiences. We have an open culture, so it is easy to make your voice heard and have a say in our future and your own development.

The work we do is challenging, stimulating and complex; you will be empowered to play a direct part and will be able to see the impact of your role.

We work in a highly collaborative way, so you will interface frequently with colleagues outside of your direct team, and at all levels of the organisation.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Information and application 

We are looking forward to your application!

Please be informed that an assessment and reference check can be part of the recruitment procedure.