IND Onshore Lead Civil Engineer - General Civil

Hanwha Ocean is undergoing a transformative journey, evolving from a traditional shipbuilder into a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans FPSO, FLNG, offshore renewables, floating production units, as well as major developments across onshore energy and infrastructure sectors.

This strategic expansion strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional project execution by seamlessly integrating the energy and infrastructure cultures of Asia and America across a diverse set of emerging markets and verticals. By expanding into onshore power plants, including gas-based and combined-cycle facilities, as well as onshore and offshore wind projects, in addition to our established offshore capabilities, we further broaden our commitment to providing world-class, end-to-end energy solutions.

Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team at the Energy Plant Unit and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the onshore and offshore industry. #OneEPU

Position Overview:

The Lead Engineer – General Civil is responsible for leading and delivering all general civil engineering works for Power plant/ Petrochemical/Oil & Gas Industry, covering site development, earthworks, roads, paving, drainage systems, fencing, manhole and other associated facilities.

Lead Engineer – General Civil develops corporate technical standards/ Procedures, workflow, engineering platform (e.g. General Civil design data integration) and keep them updated, integral, practical, and fit to purpose with incorporating Project Lessons Learnt.

Lead Engineer – General Civil assists Head of Discipline for managing a corporate organization and mentors Engineers in the Discipline.

Lead Engineer – General Civil conducts Technical Validation and Quality Assurance (input/output data accuracy, technical appropriateness, consistency, practicality, codes, optimum solution, and regulatory compliance) in executing Feasibility/ Conceptual Study/ Pre-FEED/ FEED, EPCI Engineering for Powerplant/ Petrochemical/Oil & Gas Industry projects.

Lead Engineer – General Civil will have a strong background in Power plant/Petrochemical/Oil & Gas Industry, be an expert in General Civil Engineering, and provide strategic focus in General Civil Engineering functions.

The strategic focus will also include providing support to Hanwha Ocean engineering teams based in Korea and elsewhere as necessary including Conceptual, pre-FEED and FEED for projects in the future.

This role may require frequent travel to the US, Europe, and Asia.

Key Responsibilities:

General

- Develop Corporate Technical Standards, Procedures, Engineering Workflow and Engineering Platform for General Civil works.

- Assist Department Head of Discipline to manage corporate organization.

- Update and Maintain EPCI and O & M Phase Lesson Learnt database.

Proposal/Pre-award Phase

- Conduct Conceptual/ Feasibility study to propose the optimum & competitive technical solution.

- Ensure that general civil works are optimized, efficient, safe, environmentally compliant, and engineering documents prepared in accordance with relevant design codes, standards, and client’s project specifications.

- Provide engineering expertise and support to form the optimum & competitive proposals, engineering review and support for bid proposal including estimate of manhours & cost.

Feasibility Study/Pre-FEED/FEED/EPCI Phase

- Become a focal point for General Civil works in Project Team and Communicate with Clients.

- Raise Technical Queries towards the Client's project documents, Design basis to ensure all scope of works and design basis are clarified.

- Manage interface with all relevant disciplines to get necessary information for General Civil engineering or to provide data to other disciplines for their engineering.

- Manage Project General Civil team - Resource and Schedule control.

- Mentor junior or less experienced engineers, promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team.

- Attend project meetings internally and with clients, 3rd party, sub-contractor and generate MOM.

- Report Area of Concerns, Progress and Plan to Project management team.

- Ensure Compliance with Client/ Regulatory requirements, develop Project Design Philosophies, Standards, Procedures.

- Conduct feasibility studies, Pre-FEED, FEED, FEED Verification (Inception of EPCI Phase) and EPCI phase Engineering.

- Prepare design calculations including design of roads and pavement design, drainage and stormwater design, studies, and review other deliverables performed by team members.

- Review and approve general civil drawings, calculations, specifications, and material take-offs (MTO/BOQ).

- Manage Design Team for 3D modelling of General Civil units and 2D AutoCAD drawings.

- Participation in various Workshops, Plot plan development, Layout optimization, 3D Model Review, Constructability Study, etc.

- Close out comment/punches/recommendation related to general civil works from 3D Model, Constructability Review, etc.

- Review Vendor Documents.

- Review contract structure for 3rd party consultants and manage work scope, review/ comment/ approval of 3rd Party’s output.

- Supervise sub-contractor for quality and project schedule, review of deliverables and validation of design.

- Implement Management of Change to ensure all design changes to be incorporated in As-built.

- Provide engineering expertise for decision making to resolve General Civil related issues.

- Provide engineering support for construction, commissioning, operation & maintenance team.

- Conduct Troubleshooting, provide optimum technical solution and engineering support in facility modification, revamp studies.

- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team with good execution skills, and strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Qualifications:

- Minimum bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering or Equivalent engineering.

- Minimum 15 years’ total experience with 10 years’ experience in General Civil works at Power Plant/ Petrochemical/ Oil & Gas Industry EPC/ EPCI contractor.

- Capable of understanding and performing general civil engineering design, including site development, earthworks, roads, paving, drainage systems, fencing and manhole, etc.

- Worked as Lead Engineer- General Civil preferably in two Power Plant / Petrochemical/ Refinery projects.

- Well Versed with General Civil Engineering Tools such as Staad Pro, MAT3D etc.

- Extensive knowledge of General Civil engineering practices, principles, industry codes and standards (ACI, AASHTO, etc.) - as well as an understanding of scientific methods of problem-solving.

- Understanding of geotechnical engineering concepts.

- Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

- Effective communicator, fluent in English, able to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams & offices, clients, vendors, and global stakeholders.

- Proficient in planning, scheduling, resource management, and supervision of engineering and design tasks, with strong execution, accuracy, and attention to detail.

- Proactive in adopting modern industry practices and advanced software tools, with cost awareness, schedule sensitivity, identify design risks and propose value engineering solutions, suited to fast‑paced project environments.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.