Principal Structural Engineer in Stavanger

WindSpider is ramping up: Principal Structural Engineer wanted.

The wind industry is rapidly growing

The energy transition is well underway, and offshore wind has become a key pillar of global energy strategies. Investment in offshore wind is accelerating, with large-scale wind farms being built and expanded at a remarkable pace in Europe and the rest of the world.

As the industry grows, so does the demand for innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, streamline installation, and reduce operational costs. One of the most exciting advancements in this space comes from Stavanger, Norway – the WindSpider Technology.

At WindSpider we are passionate about lifting high & heavy and being a contributor to the energy transition. We are setting a new standard for lifting operations related to installing and maintaining offshore wind turbines.

About the technology:

WindSpider is unique in the way it utilizes the wind turbine tower as support for the crane structure making it scalable, modular, and ready for the next generations of wind turbines.

We are a group of highly skilled and experienced individuals within the offshore industry. Since entering the market, WindSpider has received very good feedback and an increasingly growing interest from several major international wind industry players.

We have now initiated the first phase of building our first full-scale WindSpider system and are looking for qualified, motivated, and experienced personnel.

Principal Structural Engineer position overview:

This is a full-time position based at our modern offices in Forus, Stavanger.

As Lead Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and follow-up of the WindSpider structure leading a highly skilled team. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the structural integrity, functionality and safety of our offshore lifting system.

You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to develop advanced solutions for offshore wind turbine installation and maintenance. Your work will directly impact the efficiency, safety, and scalability of the WindSpider Technology.

What can you expect from us?

As part of WindSpider you will be pioneering new technology designed to increase the speed of supplying the world with sustainable energy. Your job will have a direct impact on a global stage.

You can also expect to be part of a dynamic, innovative team that thrives on solving problems, finding solutions and pushing boundaries. We are a small company with an open culture. We celebrate good ideas, and we work in close collaboration within the team and with our partners and suppliers to bring our vision to life:

«Facilitating more wind energy in the world"

At WindSpider we take our employees' welfare and happiness seriously. This is why we have a solid range of benefits to go along with the job.

We eat a subsidized lunch from our top-notch cafeteria together every day. Our office-building is also equipped with great amenities such as a full gym including saunas, free parking and a great location on Forus in between Stavanger, Sola and Sandnes.

As a team, we do team-building, parties and family events as well as ensure everyone is up to speed by monthly status meetings where you will be encouraged to share knowledge with your colleagues.

Our management has a strict open-door policy where you are always welcome for a chat, question or whatever else is on your mind.

Currently, we pay our staff according to TEKNA-standards and we welcome all employees who wish to take ownership in the company. We also have a great insurance scheme covering health and treatment. Pension is paid at the standard level.

We encourage all technical staff to seek to increase knowledge by taking outside classes, courses, and certifications relevant to your role. Courtesy of WindSpider.

Principal Structural Engineer position requirements:

We are looking for a motivated and skilled engineer with a "can-do" attitude and a team-player mindset. The right candidate should have:

• Experience in offshore structures and a strong understanding of Eurocode and DNV regulations
• Strong analytical skills in structural and marine engineering
• Experience in steel and aluminium structures
• Proficiency in advanced structural analysis using programs such as ANSYS, SAP2000, Mathcad, Nastran, or similar
• A Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related field
• Experience in installation and fabrication processes
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to write detailed reports
• Experience with crane/lifting operations (advantageous)
• Experience in marine operations (advantageous)
• 5+ years of relevant work experience (exceptional candidates with less experience will also be considered)
• Fluent English (Norwegian is an advantage)

We have strong owners and partners and will start building our first versions of our technology in the beginning of 2026. This is truly an adventure you don't want to miss out on.

Do our words inspire?

For more information or to apply for the position - please don't hesitate to press the "apply here" button. This will lead you to a landing site where we will send you more information regarding the position, process.

We will work on this project continuously, so we would like to encourage you to act soon.

We look forward to getting in touch with you

PS: Only candidates living in Norway will be considered for this position.