Location
Bristol, UK

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We are seeking a Lead Software Design Engineer to lead the development of innovative software tools for offshore wind turbine foundation concept design. You will be responsible for creating and programming advanced tools using Matlab, Python, or similar coding languages. This role involves designing and modelling foundations and steel structures for offshore wind turbines, including stress analysis, finite element modelling, load modelling, and complete design of large offshore foundations such as jackets, monopiles, and steel towers. You will work closely with experienced offshore structural engineers who will support and guide the development process, providing specialist offshore wind expertise as needed. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovative renewable energy company focused on offshore wind, tidal, wave, and marine sectors, offering excellent technical and personal development prospects.

Experience
- Degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Civil Engineering
- Proven offshore wind engineering experience
- Proficient programmer in Matlab and/or Python
- Strong structural engineering background
- Experience with offshore wind turbine foundation dynamics (jackets, monopiles, floating structures) is highly advantageous
- Knowledge of steel structures such as steel towers is beneficial
- Familiarity with geotechnical engineering is a plus
- Experience with DNV’s SESAM-GENIE software is an advantage

About you
You are a motivated and skilled engineer with a passion for offshore wind and renewable energy. You enjoy leading software development projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. You have a strong technical mindset and are eager to contribute to innovative engineering solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications
A relevant engineering degree is essential. Strong programming skills in Matlab and/or Python are required. Offshore wind structural engineering experience is mandatory.