Monopile Design Lead About the job:Kent is looking for a Monopile Design Lead to be based in one of our UK offices. This is an opportunity for an exciting candidate with experience in designing the primary steel for monopile foundations to join our thriving offshore wind capability. Over 20 years of history in Offshore Wind
A global and domestic project portfolio
The ever-changing conditions of Offshore Wind Industry means we need individuals who can adapt, change and thrive when working in dynamic environments. Our global opportunities and innovation initiatives will allow you to excel and build upon your strengths as we continue our growth in such an rapidly developing market.This position provides the opportunity for a passionate person to contribute to the growing renewables sector, actively helping to combat climate change.Kent operate a hybrid working model with offices all over the UK, we have locations in Aberdeen, Bristol, Edinburgh, Epsom, Glasgow and London. Lead the technical design and development of a diverse range of offshore wind foundation types, expanding beyond monopiles to include other innovative structures.
Engage actively in Joint Industry Projects (JIPs), collaborations with academia, and partnerships with technology vendors to develop and implement novel processes and methods for offshore wind project designs.
Drive the innovation in design and analysis tools, ensuring the development of efficient and effective processes for a variety of projects.
Support the acquisition and execution of offshore wind projects through all stages of development, offering creative solutions for design, repair, and upgrades.
Act as a Technical Lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME) in primary steel design and Integrated Load Analysis (ILA) across a range of offshore wind projects.
Enhance and refine our design tools, methodologies, and client offerings to maintain our competitive edge in the industry.
Apply expertise in stress and structural analysis, understanding various offshore design codes, and skillfully develop, execute, and report on complex analysis models using a diverse array of software packages.
Provide crucial technical insights to assist our bidding teams in securing future projects, with a focus on diverse foundation types.
Mentor and guide a team of engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.
Address and solve complex technical challenges, ensuring high-quality deliverables are completed within budget and schedule constraints.
Cultivate and expand client relationships, positioning the company as a go-to source for comprehensive offshore wind solutions.
Develop and maintain a network of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in primary steel and other foundational elements, serving as a key point of contact.
In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development. Knowledge/ Qualification/ Training/ Certification:
Engineering degree, honours or equivalent in civil, mechanical, structural, naval architecture or similar;
Lead the technical design and development of a diverse range of offshore wind foundation types, expanding beyond monopiles to include other innovative structures.
Acting as monopile structural discipline lead on projects including feasibility, concept, FEED and Detailed Design.
Engage actively in Joint Industry Projects (JIPs), collaborations with academia, and partnerships with technology vendors to develop and implement novel processes and methods for offshore wind project designs.
Drive the innovation in design and analysis tools, ensuring the development of efficient and effective processes for a variety of projects.
Support the acquisition and execution of offshore wind projects through all stages of development, offering creat...