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Structural principles are the same, and chances are that you will be designing to a steel building code as you do in architectural projects. In my case (offshore subsea) I had to undergo a bit of specific training to know installation methods, transportation and lifting matters plus specific...

The truth is that in the structures I handle fatigue is not an issue. To address this I have recently approached my discipline’s manager explaining my interest on the subject and have already started training in fatigue design. Corrosion will follow. I hope that gradually will be more involved...

Welcome FB6917, 1/ Probably you will get involved checking structurally the items to be installed during the various phases of installation (upending, lifting, sea-fastening during transportation, ...), together with their installation aids. 2/ The software will greatly depend on the company...

Thanks rb1957 for this precious piece of information. I'm sure it will help a lot.

Dear Eng-tips colleagues: Currently I am working as an offshore structural engineer in the oil and gas sector. The job is quite rewarding but might consider to move to my home town where there is no Oil & Gas. There is a relatively buoyant aeronautics sector though. The move will not happen now...