Senior Project Engineer – Installation Methods

NES Fircroft; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft in Paris, France is seeking a Senior Project Engineer – Installation Methods to lead offshore installation projects. You will develop installation methodologies, perform analyses, and produce procedures, while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient offshore operations.

This long-term contract role requires experience in reel-lay, s-lay, and j-lay methods and strong communication skills to support tendering, planning, and execution activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Marine, Naval Architecture, Offshore Engineering, or related discipline.
• Significant experience in offshore installation engineering.
• Experience preparing installation studies and offshore procedures.
• Fluent English required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead installation methods for offshore construction projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, procedures, analyses, and installation documentation.
• Coordinate technical activities with project teams and stakeholders.
• Support tendering and project execution phases with technical expertise.
• Interface with suppliers, fabrication yards, and offshore assets.
• Provide technical support during offshore installation campaigns.
• Contribute to risk assessments, constructability reviews, and operational planning.
• Mentor and support junior engineers where required.

Skills

Offshore installation engineering

Subsea pipeline installation methods (

Project leadership

Multidisciplinary coordination

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor-level degree in Mechanical, Civil, Marine, Naval Architecture or Offshore Engineering

Job description

Senior Project Engineer – Installation Methods

Location: Paris, France

Contract Position (Long-Term Assignment)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer – Installation Methods to support major offshore and subsea installation projects. This long-term contract opportunity involves the development of installation methodologies, engineering studies, operational procedures, and technical support throughout project execution. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient, and successful offshore operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead installation methods for offshore construction projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, procedures, analyses, and installation documentation.
• Coordinate technical activities with project teams and stakeholders.
• Support tendering and project execution phases with technical expertise.
• Interface with suppliers, fabrication yards, and offshore assets.
• Provide technical support during offshore installation campaigns.
• Contribute to risk assessments, constructability reviews, and operational planning.
• Mentor and support junior engineers where required.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Marine, Naval Architecture, Offshore Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in offshore installation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of subsea pipeline installation methods, including:
  • Reel-Lay
  • S-Lay
  • J-Lay
• Experience preparing installation studies and offshore procedures.
• Ability to lead engineering activities and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent English required.

Keywords

• Senior Project Engineer
• Installation Methods
• Offshore Engineering
• Subsea Installation
• Pipeline Installation
• Reel-Lay
• S-Lay
• J-Lay
• Offshore Construction
• Pipelay
• Rigid Pipelines
• Method Engineering
• Project Execution

Contract Type

Long-Term Contract

Start Date

ASAP

Location

Paris, France (Hybrid working environment may be considered depending on project requirements).

Company Overview

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.