Offshore Installation Analysis Engineer (H/F)

Vulcain Engineering Group; Île-de-France; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcain Engineering Group is seeking an Offshore Installation Analysis Engineer in the Paris area to help drive installation studies for pipelines and subsea structures. You will develop numerical models, run load calculations, and support offshore campaigns to ensure safe operations.

The role emphasizes Python scripting for automation, use of OrcaFlex, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on complex offshore projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in offshore engineering or installation analysis.
• Experience with pipelines or subsea structures.
• Proficiency in OrcaFlex or similar tools.
• Python scripting for data processing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop installation models and sequences for offshore pipelines and subsea structures.
• Perform static and dynamic load calculations on pipelines and installation structures.
• Analyze installation scenarios to assess structural integrity during offshore operations.
• Determine operational weather windows based on environmental conditions.

Skills

Offshore engineering

Installation analysis

Dynamic simulation

Education

Engineering degree or Master’s in offshore/mechanical/naval engineering

Tools

OrcaFlex

Python

MS Office

Job description

Offshore Installation Analysis Engineer (Multiple Openings)

Based in Paris Area

Start: ASAP

Contract type: Full-time

Compensation: €40,000 to €80,000 per year depending on profile and experience.

About Vulcain Engineering Group

Vulcain Engineering Group is an international engineering and consulting company supporting major actors in the energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors.

Our teams contribute to complex offshore and onshore projects across the entire lifecycle: engineering, construction, installation, and operations. We provide high-value engineering expertise that enables safe and efficient development of critical energy infrastructure.

Your role

As an Offshore Installation Analysis Engineer, you will contribute to engineering studies related to the installation of offshore pipelines and subsea structures.

You will develop numerical models, perform installation analyses, and support offshore operations by ensuring that installation activities are carried out within safe operational limits.

Key responsibilities

• Develop installation models and sequences for offshore pipelines and subsea structures using specialized simulation tools.
• Perform static and dynamic load calculations applied to pipelines and subsea installation structures (e.g., ILT, PLET, pipeline heads, subsea assemblies).
• Analyze installation scenarios to assess structural integrity during offshore operations.

Operational and environmental analysis

• Determine operational weather windows based on structural resistance criteria and environmental conditions.
• Process metocean data to evaluate vessel motions and associated loads on pipelines and subsea equipment.
• Provide engineering recommendations to ensure safe offshore installation operations.

Engineering tools & automation

• Develop Python scripts to automate post-processing tasks and analysis workflows.
• Improve analysis methodologies to enhance efficiency and reliability of engineering simulations.

Technical documentation

• Prepare technical reports and engineering notes summarizing analysis results.
• Address client comments and technical queries related to engineering deliverables.

Offshore support

• Participate in offshore installation campaigns when required.
• Provide engineering support onboard installation vessels during critical phases of operations.

Your profile

Education

• Engineering degree or Master’s degree in Offshore Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Experience in offshore engineering or installation analysis, ideally related to pipelines, subsea structures, or offshore construction projects.

Technical skills

• Experience with dynamic simulation tools such as OrcaFlex or equivalent.
• Understanding of offshore structural behaviour and installation engineering.
• Experience with Python scripting for data processing or engineering automation is a strong advantage.

Software

• OrcaFlex
• Python
• MS Office

Languages

• Professional proficiency in English; French is a plus.
• Contribute to major offshore energy projects involving complex subsea installation activities.
• Work in multidisciplinary engineering teams combining offshore engineering expertise and advanced numerical modelling.
• Develop your career within an international engineering environment supporting large-scale offshore developments.