Our Client has a requirement for a FEA Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Kingston Upon Thames. Role Purpose: FEA Engineer required with previous experience working in Offshore Wind and Offshore Installations. Job Role Responsibilities: To Perform Structural Analysis tasks by means of modeling in Finite Element Structural Analysis software (ABAQUS / ANSYS). Highly skilled in performing detailed stress analysis of offshore structures using the Finite Element Technique. To have experience in performing Structural Analysis tasks by means of modeling in company standard structural analysis software (SACS, STAAD, and GT-STRUDL). To have experience in performing detailed design calculations in accordance with the clients's current requirements and the latest Industry Codes and Standards including statutory rules and regulations (DNV GL, API, AISC, EC, and Norsok). To Review/comment and approve Structural drawings for steel structures based upon Engineering Design. To Prepare high-quality Design Reports and to maintain records in accordance with Department Operating Procedures Ensure that all activities are carried out in the correct manner regarding health, safety, quality, and environmental matters in accordance with specific procedures. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications: B.Eng, M.Eng, or M.Sc in Civil/Structural Engineering or similar. Chartered Engineer or progressing towards charted status. Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant offshore energy industry experience with a proven track record of delivering high-quality Structural Engineering using Finite Element Analysis. Highly Skilled in using Finite Element Software such as ABAQUS / ANSYS. Ability to apply engineering principles to solve challenging problems and to work effectively within a small team Experience in the design of offshore structures (oil & gas / offshore wind. Familiarity with current Offshore Wind Foundation design practices and developments Experience and knowledge of offshore wind regulations, codes of practice, and design standard. Familiarity with time domain, spectral, and deterministic methods of fatigue assessment Alternative techniques for solving of complex structural problems (sub-modeling, influence matrix) Experience in programming (Python, C++) is an advantage. Company information At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for FEA Engineer looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.