Senior Transport Engineer

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

At DSV, our purpose is to keep customers’ supply chains flowing and enable the business of our customers by ensuring reliable and efficient transport and logistics services through storage and transport of goods by air, sea and road. Our vision is to create long-term, sustainable growth and value for our customers, employees, shareholders and society.

Close to 150,000 employees in over 90 countries work diligently to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services.

As a global leader, our commitment to sustainable business practices is a central element of our overall business strategy.

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Location: USA - Spring, Energy Drive

Division: Air & Sea

Job Posting Title: Senior Transport Engineer

Time Type: Full Time

Summary

DSV Projects & Industry Solutions (DPIS) delivers integrated logistics solutions for some of the world's most complex capital projects across Energy, LNG, Petrochemical, Mining, Power, Renewable Energy and Industrial sectors. The Senior Transport Engineer is a consultative logistics engineering specialist responsible for developing transportability assessments, constructability reviews and executable transport methodologies that enable the safe movement of oversized and heavy-lift cargo.

Unlike a traditional design engineering role, this position focuses on practical logistics engineering, transport execution, route engineering and technical advisory services. Working closely with Project Managers, EPC contractors, project owners, fabricators, Marine Warranty Surveyors and specialist contractors, the Senior Transport Engineer develops innovative, field-proven solutions from FEED through detailed planning and project execution.

Duties and Responsibilities

Transport Engineering

• Develop transport engineering solutions for oversized, overweight and heavy-lift cargo movements.
• Prepare transport engineering studies, transport methodologies, method statements, logistics execution plans and transport philosophies.
• Develop heavy haul, lifting, load-out, skidding, jacking, marine transportation and multimodal logistics concepts.
• Evaluate transportability, constructability, execution risk and logistics interfaces throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide technical assurance that proposed logistics solutions are practical, safe and commercially viable.

Route Engineering

• Conduct desktop transport feasibility studies and coordinate physical route surveys.
• Assess bridge capacities, pavement loading, turning geometry, vertical clearances, permitting requirements and temporary works.
• Develop mitigation strategies and detailed engineering recommendations.

Engineering Review

• Review engineering drawings to assess transportability, lifting arrangements, centres of gravity, transport envelopes and fabrication constraints.
• Recommend improvements that enhance logistics efficiency and reduce project risk.

Project & Tender Support

• Support FEED studies, EPC tenders, RFIs and RFQs with technical engineering input.
• Prepare technical narratives, engineering deliverables, budgets and execution philosophies.
• Provide technical support during critical heavy transport operations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Interface directly with EPC contractors, owners, engineering consultants, heavy haul contractors, ports, Marine Warranty Surveyors and regulatory authorities.
• Support Business Development during client meetings, technical workshops and strategic pursuits as the transport engineering SME.

Technical Leadership

• Mentor junior engineers and project teams on transport engineering best practices.
• Develop standards, templates, engineering tools and lessons learned across DPIS.
• Promote innovation through digital route analysis, logistics simulation and engineering technologies.

Educational background / Work experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Structural or Transportation Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng) or actively pursuing registration preferred.
• 10-15 years' experience in transport engineering, heavy transport, logistics engineering or heavy-lift project execution.
• Experience supporting EPC, LNG, Petrochemical, Mining, Power, Renewable Energy or major infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience preparing transport engineering studies, route assessments, constructability reviews and logistics execution plans.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to translate engineering into executable logistics solutions.

Skills & Competencies

• Heavy haul engineering
• SPMT operations and trailer configuration
• Lift engineering and rigging principles
• Load-out and load-in engineering
• Marine transportation and barge operations
• Transportability and constructability assessments
• Route engineering and corridor analysis
• Marine Warranty Survey interface
• Multimodal logistics planning
• Technical report writing and client presentations

Language skills

• Fluent in English (oral and written)

Computer Literacy

• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
• ArcGIS, QGIS and Google Earth Pro
• AutoTURN or equivalent swept-path software
• Microsoft 365 Suite
• Power BI
• Engineering calculation and document management tools

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Domestic and international travel of approximately 20-40% is expected. Travel will include route surveys, fabrication yard inspections, client meetings, port assessments, transport trials and attendance during critical heavy transport, lifting and marine operations.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The Senior Transport Engineer is a senior technical advisor within DPIS, partnering with Project Managers, Specialized Transport SMEs, Business Development and Operations to deliver technically robust logistics solutions. The role provides consultative engineering support throughout the full project lifecycle and is instrumental in positioning DSV as a market-leading provider of engineering-led project logistics.

A t Will Employment

• DSV Air & Sea Inc. employees are hired for an undefined period of time as “at will” employees. This means that an employee may be terminated for any reason, or no reason at all, at any time, provided the discharge does not violate any law*. Additionally, each employee has the right to terminate his/her employment at any time. *Except if employed in Montana, where termination requires just cause

For this position, the expected base pay is: $118,000 - $147,000 / Annual. Actual base compensation will be determined based on various factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, geographic location and other objective business considerations.

DSV provides a comprehensive package of health benefits including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with flexible and health spending accounts, short and long-term disability coverage, and wellness resources to support your overall well-being. In addition, our 401(k) plan offers company-matching contributions up to 5% to help you build a secure financial future. To support a healthy work-life balance, DSV also offers generous paid time off, paid holidays, and additional floating holidays.

DSV does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to our website, employees, or Human Resources. DSV will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of DSV and will be processed accordingly without fees.

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

DSV - Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work - we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company - this is the place to be.

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