Maritime structures | Career guidance for structural engineers | SQVe Structural Summit

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Link for registration: https://sqveconsultants.com/2024/10/01/maritime-structures/

Structural design in the maritime sector presents distinct challenges compared to onshore projects. Maritime structures must withstand harsh environmental conditions like high winds, tidal ranges, strong currents, waves, and saltwater corrosion, all of which can compromise their integrity over time. These structures face dynamic loads from waves and wind, leading to fatigue and requiring robust design solutions. Constant exposure to saltwater accelerates material degradation, making advanced corrosion protection critical for long-term durability.


Designing for maritime environments demands specialized skills, including expertise in hydrodynamics, corrosion prevention, and dynamic load analysis. Engineers must be proficient in selecting marine construction materials and developing low-maintenance designs due to the difficulty of accessing these structures for repairs. However, there is a shortage of engineers with these competencies, as few institutions in India offer formal training in maritime structural design. This skills gap can lead to project delays, higher costs, and safety concerns, highlighting the urgent need for targeted education and training programs.

Key Discussion Points for the Upcoming Session:

What are the structures included in maritime sector?
What skills do young engineers need to develop to succeed in maritime structural design?
Are there specific software or tools that engineers must be proficient in to work in maritime design?
How does the maritime sector differ from onshore structural design in terms of the professional expertise required?
What is the demand for maritime structural engineers, both in India and globally?
What career pathways or specializations are available within maritime structural design?
What are some common misconceptions about maritime structural design?
How does one transition from a conventional structural engineering background into the maritime sector?
Discuss some of the most exciting projects in maritime structural design that could inspire young engineers.
What opportunities exist for engineers in India to receive training in maritime structural design?, etc.
This discussion will highlight career opportunities and essential skills for excelling in this specialized field.

You may share specific queries or doubts related to maritime sector which you would like to get it addressed in the session. We will attempt to include the same in the discussion.


Expert – Mr. Mathew Simon
Mr. Mathew Simon is a seasoned Structural Engineering Professional who has a total work experience of over 32 years including 27 years plus in Oil and Gas with 19 years in supervisory positions. He worked in Engineers India Limited (EIL) , New Delhi for over 20 years before moving to Singapore to work in senior positions with McDermott and KBR and later to Tripatra, Indonesia. He has all-round exposure to the Offshore and Maritime Industry during Proposal, Concept/Pre-FEED, FEED, Detailed Engineering and Installation Project phases in Consulting/PMC, EPC and Certification roles.

He is highly experienced in Structural Analysis, Detailed Design and Engineering Management for Maritime Structures for LNG, Industrial Structures, Fixed Offshore Platform Projects- Jackets and Topsides (including Float-over installed), Modules, Bridges for CPP (Process Platforms), Well Head Platforms and Living Quarters Platforms. He also has a working knowledge of Subsea Structures (ILTs, FLETs, PLETs) and Naval Architecture.

Mr. Mathew Simon is a Civil Engineering Graduate from Calicut University and also holds a MTech in Structural Engineering from IIT Delhi. Through the course of his career, he has led multicultural teams and has had professional interaction with major clients, EPCI and engineering organizations from India, Middle East, APAC and Europe.