Subsea Cables Engineer

ANOTECH; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled engineer to lead the development of subsea cable projects. This role involves managing technical specifications, supplier evaluations, and internal coordination across various engineering departments. With over 7 years of experience in subsea cables and umbilicals, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring project success from design through to installation. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to innovative projects in the Middle East, working closely with top-tier clients and enhancing your professional growth through mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in subsea power and communication cables.
• Deep knowledge of subsea cables design, manufacturing, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop equipment specifications and evaluate suppliers' proposals.
• Act as technical focal point for supplier communications and document reviews.

Skills

Subsea Cable Design

Project Management

Technical Communication

Supplier Evaluation

Cost Estimation

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Tools

EPCI Project Management

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Development of equipment specification, datasheet, schematic, material requisition
• Evaluate suppliers technical proposal, align proposals to project requirements and prepare technical bid evaluation
• Supplier's engineering follow?up post Contract Award through product design, manufacturing, testing and offshore installation
• Technical focal point for management of all technical communication with supplier, coordination of documents review, action tracking and closure of TQs, VORs and NCRs
• External interface with Client and Vendors
• Internal interface with engineering departments (e.g. pipeline, materials, subsea and offshore structures, electrical, telecom, piping, flow assurance, installation), supply chain, quality/HSE and project management
• Preparation of cost, time, resources estimation
• Act as discipline lead if required to handle subsea cables and umbilicals packages on multiple projects with direct responsibility of resources management
• Training and mentoring of younger resources

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant Engineering Degree (preferably Electrical or Mechanical)
• 7+ years (engineer) experience in subsea power and communication cables and umbilicals
• Deep knowledge of design, manufacturing and testing of subsea cables and umbilical aspects during various phases of an EPCI project (FEED, bid, detail engineering);
• Knowledge on relevant codes and standards, regulations and best practices for subsea cables and umbilicals
• Track record of EPCI projects execution for Middle East clients (Saudi Aramco, QatarEnergy, QatarEnergy LNG, ADNOC)
• Experience with subsea flexible pipes and subsea valves