Civil/Structural Engineer – Offshore Wind

Wood Thilsted

Engineer in Primary Structures division delivering offshore wind energy projects in Japan. Collaborating globally to achieve world-class renewable energy solutions.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeTokyo • 🇯🇵 JapanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in offshore structural steel design and metocean analysis for renewable energy projects, with strong programming skills in MATLAB or Python. Proficient in Japanese design regulations and capable of effective communication in both English and Japanese.

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Offshore Structural Steel DesignMetocean AnalysisProgramming Skills (MATLAB, Python)Japanese Design RegulationsBusiness Level Japanese (JLPT N2)

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringStructural EngineeringMechanical EngineeringFinite Element AnalysisTechnical Report Writing

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

In-House Engineering Software

Industry Keywords

Offshore Wind IndustryJapanese InfrastructureCertification Bodies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate and contribute as an integral part of our team in Japan as well as our engineering teams world-wide to deliver world-class renewable energy projects
Develop competences in offshore structural steel design of fixed offshore wind turbine foundations through supporting Tokyo based Senior Engineers
Prepare detailed engineering reports and technical notes documenting analyses and recommendations
Use programming skills and/or finite element capabilities to take part in the development of in-house engineering software
Collaborate with colleagues to prepare summary design documents in English and Japanese and support presentations and interface with local certification bodies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree or similar in civil, structural or mechanical engineering and relevant experience as a professional Engineer in these disciplines
Background in structural/geotechnical design or metocean analysis for offshore structures preferred
Experience in the Japanese offshore wind industry or similar projects in Japan is also of interest
Familiarity with one or more programming languages, e.g. MATLAB, Python etc
Knowledge of Japanese design regulations and requirements for buildings or infrastructure
Business level (JLPT N2 or equivalent) in both written and spoken Japanese
Ability to comfortably conduct a business conversation in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employees' Health Insurance
Employees' Pension Insurance
Employment insurance
Workers' Compensation Insurance
Competitive salary packages, commuting allowance and performance bonuses
Full-time permanent role based in office in Tokyo
Structured onboarding process and mentorship from technical design team
Potential for extended training trips to European or other Asian offices
Flexible working hours and location (remote working)
Holidays include Japanese national holidays and additional annual leave above typical offering