CPO Safety Engineer

About the role

The CPO Safety Engineer supports Bureau Veritas clients in ship and offshore unit projects, ensuring compliance with BV rules, international regulations and codes. The role involves technical review, documentation handling and liaison with clients and internal teams throughout the construction phase.

Key responsibilities

• Review and examine design drawings against the latest BV rules, international regulations and relevant standards under manager supervision.
• Maintain and archive approved drawings, calculation sheets, and technical correspondence for each vessel.
• Provide pre‑contract technical services and assist the marketing manager in activity canvassing.
• Coordinate with BV surveyors to resolve technical issues during ship construction.
• Communicate technical information to head office, other offices and clients, and support invoicing processes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering or a related field.
• More than 5 years of experience as a designer in a shipyard or design company.
• Strong English communication skills, both oral and written.
• High team spirit, ability to work under pressure and independently.
• Responsible, diligent and committed to continuous learning.

Required skills

• Ship and offshore unit stability calculations.
• In‑depth knowledge of BV Rules, Notes, International Maritime Regulations and Codes.
• Technical drawing review according to BV standards.
• Proficiency with BV software and related technical documentation tools.
• Computer literacy for data handling and document management.