Trainee Approval Engineer (UAE Nationals Only)

Description

Purpose of the role:

Provide engineering support to project teams by assisting with technical analyses documentation and reporting activities while developing practical expertise in offshore structures and ship design. This role contributes to project delivery through the application of fundamental engineering principles use of engineering software tools and effective collaboration with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.

Roles and Responsibilities :
DNV Emirati Development Programme (EDP)

• DNV Emirati Development Programme (EDP) a 12-month structured Graduate Programme designed to attract develop and empower Emirati university graduates through hands-on experience professional development mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• The Programme provides graduates with exposure to both technical and corporate functions preparing future Emirati professionals to contribute to a safer smarter and more sustainable future.

Why Join DNV

• Be part of a global company with more than 160 years of industry heritage
• Work within an international and collaborative environment
• Develop technical communication analytical and leadership skills
• Gain exposure to real operational and consulting environments
• Build a meaningful long-term career with growth opportunities
• Programme Highlights
• Structured learning and development journey
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals
• Cross-functional rotations across business areas
• Hands-on project and field exposure
• Technical and professional training
• Exposure to international standards and global operations

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender religion race national or ethnic origin cultural background social group disability sexual orientation gender identity marital status age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

Qualifications:

• UAE Nationals with Family Book
• Fresh graduates and early-career professionals (0-2 years of experience) with a bachelors degree in engineering disciplines such as Civil Mechanical Naval Architecture Maritime IT Finance or other related fields are encouraged to apply.
• Assist senior engineers in conducting technical analyses and preparing engineering calculations for offshore structures and marine systems.
• Support the development of engineering reports design documentation and technical deliverables in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Apply fundamental engineering principles including strength of materials structural stability hydrodynamics and finite element analysis (FEA) to support design and assessment activities.
• Utilize engineering software tools to perform modeling analysis and verification tasks for offshore and ship design projects.
• Prepare technical presentations data summaries and project documentation using Microsoft Office applications improving communication of engineering findings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project execution ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks and deliverables.
• Assist in reviewing design calculations drawings and technical specifications to ensure accuracy and compliance with project objectives.
• Contributed to offshore structure and vessel design studies by analyzing structural performance loading conditions and operational requirements.
• Maintained organized project records and documentation supporting efficient project tracking and knowledge management.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Required Experience:

Intern