Freighter and Marine Engineer F/H

Alcatel Submarine Networks; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in optical submarine systems seeks a Marine Engineer to oversee mobilization and transfer operations related to telecommunications cables. The role includes designing equipment, managing projects, and ensuring operational efficiency at sea. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in marine engineering and the ability to work in dynamic, multi-project environments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of marine engineering and machinery.
• Basic vessel stability calculations required.
• Skills in CAD and understanding marine materials essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage freighter mobilization and transfer operations worldwide.
• Design cable storage and handling equipment.
• Supervise teams and maintain QHSE standards.

Skills

Knowledge of Marine Engineering

Basic vessel stability calculations

CAD skills

Understanding of materials used in marine environments

Basic electrical engineering principles

Mathematics skills

Offshore safety knowledge

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

MCA certification

Job description

Company

Alcatel Submarine Networks is an industry leader with over km of optical submarine systems globally – nearly the Earth's circumference.

We serve a wide range of needs: from traditional telecom applications and webscale service provider infrastructures to offshore oil and gas projects.

Responsibilities:

• Management of freighter mobilization, transfer operations worldwide for telecommunications cable and submerged equipment
• Design of cable storage and handling equipment
• Managing fabrication, commissioning, and maintenance of cable handling equipment
• Supervision of teams, QHSE, and cost control for freighter and depot operations
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers and vessel crew

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Marine Engineering and general systems on ships, machinery, and hydraulics
• Basic vessel stability calculations, steel work, CAD skills
• Understanding of materials used in marine environments
• Basic electrical engineering principles, circuit theory, and power systems
• Mathematics skills including differential equations
• Offshore safety, lifting, and sling knowledge
• Shipping qualifications: vessel itinerary planning, ISPS code, port operations, regulatory experience
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MCA certification

Desired Personal Attributes:

• Proactive, motivated, positive attitude with hands-on approach
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-project environments with travel flexibility
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills