Field Engineer

McDermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the offshore engineering sector is seeking a Field Engineer to apply their technical knowledge and field experience. The role involves resolving field issues, ensuring safety compliance, and developing installation plans. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, offshore installation experience, and strong analytical skills. This position requires travel to various job sites and collaboration with multiple departments to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of offshore installation experience.
• Understanding of design and offshore project execution.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, & Environment policies.
• Develop vessel layout and barge loadout plans for offshore transport.
• Prepare offshore installation procedures and material lists.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Willingness to Travel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

3D Software

Job description

Job Overview

The Field Engineer applies their conceptual knowledge gained from field experience, working under moderate guidance from colleagues and leadership. They are responsible for resolving straightforward field or yard-related issues and analyzing potential solutions using the company’s standard procedures and processes. The Field Engineer understands key business drivers and applies this knowledge to solve problems through analysis, technical experience, judgment, and precedents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 3-5 years of offshore installation experience
• Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar tools
• Understanding of design and offshore project execution
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with 3D software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel to various job sites and work in different environmental conditions

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Responsibilities

• Ensure all work complies with Quality, Health, Safety, & Environment policies and procedures
• Be prepared to travel offshore and work onshore as required
• Recommend modifications to technical details and drawings to ensure safe operations and clarity in installation procedures
• Develop vessel layout and barge loadout plans for transporting materials, equipment, and structures offshore to facilitate safe and timely installation
• Participate in project constructability sessions, readiness reviews, hazard identification studies, and job safety analyses, communicating recommendations effectively
• Review project drawings and documents, report discrepancies, errors, and omissions
• Ensure work is within the capabilities of the proposed equipment
• Prepare offshore installation procedures outlining methods, sequences, installation aids, temporary works, and consumables
• Prepare material lists and liaise with the project coordinator for procurement
• Issue loadout lists based on recommended practices
• Coordinate with various departments and subcontractors to ensure equipment and personnel readiness
• Witness and inspect pre-rigging, loadouts, and sea fastening; acknowledge receipt of materials
• Coordinate with logistics for material movements
• Liaise with customer and subcontractor representatives offshore and with the Operations Engineer
• Monitor work progress and site conditions, advising the Operations Engineer of developments
• Conduct work scope presentations and issue field sketches, data sheets, and checklists
• Assist in resolving technical problems during offshore installation and formulate corrective actions
• Prepare post-job completion reports and as-built documentation