I am a well-organized engineer with a strong focus on delivering structural design and mechanical solutions for offshore and decommissioning projects. I lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets, and deliver robust engineering solutions that meet stringent standards. I value teamwork, clear communication, and continuous learning, and I enjoy applying my broad CAD/FEA toolset to solve challenging engineering problems across oil & gas, offshore engineering and manufacturing sectors.

Jaroslaw Zok

I am a well-organized engineer with a strong focus on delivering structural design and mechanical solutions for offshore and decommissioning projects. I lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets, and deliver robust engineering solutions that meet stringent standards. I value teamwork, clear communication, and continuous learning, and I enjoy applying my broad CAD/FEA toolset to solve challenging engineering problems across oil & gas, offshore engineering and manufacturing sectors.

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I am a well-organized engineer with a strong focus on delivering structural design and mechanical solutions for offshore and decommissioning projects. I lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets, and deliver robust engineering solutions that meet stringent standards.

I value teamwork, clear communication, and continuous learning, and I enjoy applying my broad CAD/FEA toolset to solve challenging engineering problems across oil & gas, offshore engineering and manufacturing sectors.

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Language

English
Fluent
Polish
Fluent
German
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
Russian
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Structural Design Engineer at WOOD Group PLC (Decommissioning)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Senior Structural Design focusing on pipeline removal strategies for the Cormorant Alpha platform decommissioning; assess pipeline and steelwork integrity; design local reinforcements as needed; develop structural models in STAAD reflecting corrosion-induced material loss; perform loading and permissible-stress calculations; apply standards including AISC 360-16, API2C, Lloyd's Register CLAME, DNVGL-ST-0378 and DNVGL-ST-N001.
Lead Mechanical Design Engineer at ENERMECH LTD
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Crane boom and structural repairs; define repair instructions and weld procedures; oversee repairs; reverse-engineer obsolete parts; crane post-repair certification; crane fatigue and FEA analysis; custom spreader beam and frame design for offshore lifting; complex lift planning in accordance with LOLER and PUWER; 3D modeling (SolidWorks/Inventor) with corrosion losses reflected; loading tables and design curves; ensure certification per API/BS/DNV/LR standards.
Lead Mechanical Design Engineer (Project Technical) at ACE Winches
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Repair instructions and post-repair FAT and load tests; structural framework per DNVGL-ST-0378 for linear winch support; 3D model (Inventor, STAAD) for FEA; structural analysis and calculations (Mathcad); design reports for DNV certification and approval; budget control; dynamic factors per BS EN 13001-2; runway beam design per EN 2531 and Eurocode sections; support the design and project teams with problem solving and standards interpretation.
Crane Design Office Manager at ALATAS UK Crane Services and Design
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Crane structural repairs and reverse engineering for obsolete parts; post-repair certification; creating service and design offers; guiding design and project engineers; budget control; monitoring long-term team performance; preparing input data and calculation spreadsheets; crane FMECA and fatigue analyses per DNVGL RP-C203; design codes include FEM section I, BS EN 13001, BS EN 13852, API2C, API2D, LR CLAME, ABS guide; ISO 9001.
Senior Design Engineer at Oxford Technologies (contract)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Design calculation and structural analysis in accordance with BS EN 13001; SolidWorks 3D models; machine concept; FEA; selection of radiation-resistant materials suitable for oil & gas and nuclear sectors; insulation and assembly instructions; lifting plans for material handling operations; design of handles and hooks for robot operation.
Senior Design Engineer at Huxley-Bertram (contract)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Single-use coffee cup production line design; automation of cup lining and welding line segments; workstation automation, material handling, and quality checks; design and integration of electromechanical and pneumatic systems; 3D modeling and FE analysis; production line validation.
Senior Design Engineer at Ansaldo-Nuclear (contract)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Nuclear silo project (deck supporting structure); Creo 3D modeling; FEA; design reports with load definitions; general arrangement and fabrication drawings; strictly aligned with Sellafield standards.
Senior Design Engineer at Auger Torque Europe (contract)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Drilling equipment design; SolidWorks 3D modeling; machine concept; FE A and structural analysis; design reports with load definitions; general arrangement and fabrication drawings; standards include FEM section II and BS EN series.
Senior Design Engineer at Samson-MH (contract)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Bulk material transport systems; mobile conveying system; 3D Inventor model; FEA and structural analysis; mechanical calculations; powerpack design with Tier 4 diesel engine; liaison with subcontractors; compliance with relevant standards (FEM II, BS EN 617, BS EN 618, BS2573).
Senior Lifting and compliance Engineer at Lloyd's Register (contract)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Crane upgrades and certification approval; crane FEA analysis; lifting gear design checks and approvals; certificates of compliance; adherence to DNV2.7.1, DNV2.7.3, DIN5480, BS3550, BS2573, API2C, LR CLAME, LOLER, PUWER.
Lead Design Engineer at ENERMECH LTD – INTERNATIONAL PROVIDER OF MECHANICAL SERVICES SOLUTIONS
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Lead Design Engineer: crane boom and structural repairs; oversee repairs; reverse engineering for obsolete parts; post-repair certification; fatigue/FEA; custom spreader beams; complex lift plans; budgets; client liaison; codes include DIN5480, LR CLAME, LOLER, PUWER, API2C/2D.
Senior Design Engineer at EQUALIZER INTERNATIONAL LTD – SPREADING AND ALIGNMENT TOOLS FOR OFFSHORE INDUSTRY
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Pipeline spreading and alignment tools development; FEA; tool manuals; 3D parametric modeling; offshore design compliance.
Senior Design/Application Engineer at POWER JACKS LTD – SCREW JACKS AND ACTUATOR MANUFACTURER – SCOTLAND
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Customer technical support for mechanical screw and ball screw jack applications; custom design for heavy industry and nuclear environments; precision machining; FEA; fatigue analysis.
Design Engineer at SPARROWSOFFSHORE LTD. – ABERDEEN – SCOTLAND
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Crane damage and repair; structural crane analysis; lifting rigging design; lifting operations planning; offshore lift studies; codes: API2C, DNV, BS2573, LR CLAME.
Design/Production Engineer at LZAE LUMEL S.A. – ALUMINIUM PARTS & ELECTRONIC MANUFACTURER – ZIELONA GÓRA – POLAND
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
Die cast mould design for aluminum injection; mould design for plastic injection; CNC machining and programming; 3D modelling; thermal flow and structural analysis; manufacturing process execution.
Design Engineer - Project Lead at REMIX – INDUSTRY FURNACES MANUFACTURER – ŚWIEBODZIN – POLAND
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Cylindrical furnace for controlled atmosphere hardening/annealing; catalytic plastic wastes cracking system; furnace feeding system; condenser; refrigeration; belt furnace design; safety guards; automation.
Digital Modeler / Design Engineer at ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS PROVIDER – ITALY (Subcontracting for Aprilia)
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
Digital models for plastic moulding technology and CNC machining; motorcycle/automotive external parts design; seating for sport cars; transmission for heavy motorbike; 3D modelling.
Design Engineer at ZASTAL WAGONY S.A. – ZIELONA GÓRA – POLAND
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2001
Railway brake systems design: pneumatic and mechanical brake systems; welded base frame jigs and preparation for welding; design documentation.

Education

Master of Science in Working Machines and Vehicles at Poznan University of Technology
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

Postgraduate study in Data Bases and Oracle 8i installation and service
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Offshore training certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics