Senior Subsea Cables and Umbilicals Engineer

Anotech; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 367,242 - 477,414; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in the UAE is seeking a skilled professional with over 12 years of experience in subsea power and communication cables. The role involves developing equipment specifications, evaluating suppliers' proposals, and managing technical communication with clients and suppliers. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant engineering degree and deep knowledge of subsea project phases. Excellent communication skills and the ability to mentor younger resources are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 12+ years' experience in subsea power and communication cables and umbilicals.
• Deep knowledge of design, manufacturing and testing of subsea cables.
• Knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Development of equipment specifications and datasheets.
• Evaluate suppliers' technical proposals and prepare evaluations.
• Act as discipline lead for subsea cables and umbilicals.

Skills

Working under minimum supervision

Clear and effective oral and written communications

Curious and aware of new technologies

Mentoring younger resources

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree (preferably Electrical or Mechanical)

Job description

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

• 12+ years' 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
• Relevant Engineering Degree (preferably Electrical or Mechanical)
• Track record of EPCI projects execution for Middle East clients (Saudi Aramco, QatarEnergy, QatarEnergy LNG, ADNOC)
• Experience with subsea flexible pipes and subsea valves

Skills

• Working under minimum supervision, in a team as well as individually
• Clear and effective oral and written communications skills
• Curious and aware of new technologies and developments
• Willing to share knowledge by mentoring younger resources