Regulatory Compliance Engineer

Description

• Ensure that design changes, deviations, and technical queries are evaluated for regulatory impacts.
• Review engineering deliverables (drawings, specifications, analyses) to verify compliance with applicable rules.
• Ensure compliance with rules and standards from classification societies (e.g., ABS, DNV, BV).
• Review and interpret regulations to provide clear compliance guidance to engineering and project teams.
• Develop material and deliver training for project personnels on project regulatory compliance requirements.
• Provide guidance on permitting timelines, compliance risks, and mandatory certifications.
• Liaise directly with regulators, government agencies, and Flag State authorities for approvals.
• Prepare and maintain regulatory compliance matrices, registers, and tracking tools for all FPSO systems.
• Prepare regulatory compliance dossiers for handover to Operations at the completion of project phase.
• Ensure FPSO design and engineering meet regulatory requirements such as IMO, MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM, ISPS, Flag State regulations, Malaysia Regulatory [TC1] Requirements applicable.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and verification activities throughout the FPSO project lifecycle.
• Manage submissions, queries, and approval cycles with Class, Port Authorities, Coastal State, Flag and relevant regulatory bodies.
• Track and ensure timely renewal of certificates and statutory documents required for FPSO operations.
• Coordinate and submit documents for Class approval, statutory certificates, and authority permits.
• Support internal and external audits related to regulatory compliance.
• Ensure close-out of audit findings, non-conformities, and regulatory deviations.
• Support topsides, hull, marine, and safety engineering teams in meeting regulatory obligations.
• Monitor contractor compliance with project and regulatory requirements during fabrication, integration, and commissioning.
• Report on the performance and status of regulatory compliance elements throughout project execution.

Requirements

• Familiarity with FPSO design, topsides systems, hull, marine systems, and safety engineering.
• At least 5–15 years of FPSO, offshore, or maritime regulatory compliance experience (depending on seniority).
• Strong understanding of offshore regulatory frameworks and Class rules.
• Strong knowledge of maritime legislation and offshore safety standards.
• Prior experience interfacing with Class societies and regulatory authorities is essential.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Marine, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Offshore Engineering, or related field).
• Ability to interpret complex standards and translate requirements into actionable guidance
• Preferred experience at least 1 FPSO for Malaysia operation.
• High attention to detail and strong documentation management capability.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Additional certifications in regulatory compliance, maritime law, or offshore safety standards are advantageous.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance