Graduate Route Engineer

Global Marine Group; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with financial advisor

Private Medical Insurance

Dental scheme

Cycle scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

Global Marine Group, through OceanIQ, invites applications for a Graduate Route Engineer. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers hands-on experience in route engineering, permitting, survey and GIS data services within the subsea cable industry.

The role emphasizes design and assessment of future subsea and power cable routes using GIS technology, marine data and engineering tools. The successful candidate will work with international colleagues, visit project sites, and develop specialist

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject such as Geography, Geomatics, Marine Engineering, Oceanography or a related discipline.
• Experience of using GIS software, such as Intergraph GeoMedia, ESRI or equivalent.
• Strong technical report writing skills.
• Computer literate, with the ability to use and learn technical software programmes.
• Keen to learn new skills and develop specialist knowledge within route engineering and the subsea cable industry.
• Strong attention to detail, with a logical and analytical approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the generation of cable route position lists and straight line diagrams.
• Assist with cost estimates for desk study, survey and route engineering activities.
• Assist to the preparation of Desk Top Studies for subsea cable projects.
• Research and assess the key factors that influence cable routeing, including seabed conditions, environmental constraints, existing infrastructure and installation considerations.
• Support visits to potential cable landing sites, which may include international travel.
• Use GIS systems to prepare and manage project data for desk top studies, route development and landfall assessments.
• Review marine survey data to support cable routeing, burial assessment and risk identification.
• Assist in preparing technical information and presenting work internally and externally.

Skills

GIS software

Technical report writing

Computer literacy

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Geography/Geomatics/Marine Engineering/Oceanography degree

Tools

Intergraph GeoMedia

ESRI

Job description

Kick-start your career with OceanIQ and become part of an industry that keeps the world connected. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate, or graduate with up to two years' relevant experience, to take the first step on a rewarding career path within the global subsea cable industry. Joining OceanIQ as a Graduate Route Engineer on a 12-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start, you will gain hands‑on experience working on industry‑leading subsea power and telecommunications cable projects that help connect countries, communities and businesses around the world. As part of the Global Marine Group, OceanIQ is a specialist provider of route engineering, permitting, survey and GIS data services, offering the opportunity to learn from experienced industry professionals and develop highly sought‑after technical skills.

This is a Route Engineering role rather than a dedicated GIS position, with the primary focus on the design and assessment of future subsea and power cable routes. Using GIS technology, marine survey data and specialist engineering tools, you will help identify and mitigate routing risks, contribute to technical design studies, and develop an understanding of the environmental and engineering challenges involved in delivering critical subsea infrastructure. Supported by structured training and ongoing development, this role offers an excellent foundation for graduates looking to build specialist expertise, progress their career and unlock future opportunities within a growing international business.

As part of this role, you will have opportunities to visit project sites and work with colleagues and clients internationally. Therefore, candidates must be comfortable with occasional international travel and hold a full driving licence.

• Support the generation of cable route position lists and straight line diagrams.
• Assist with cost estimates for desk study, survey and route engineering activities.
• Assist to the preparation of Desk Top Studies for subsea cable projects.
• Research and assess the key factors that influence cable routeing, including seabed conditions, environmental constraints, existing infrastructure and installation considerations.
• Support visits to potential cable landing sites, which may include international travel.
• Use GIS systems to prepare and manage project data for desk top studies, route development and landfall assessments.
• Review marine survey data to support cable routeing, burial assessment and risk identification.
• Assist in preparing technical information and presenting work internally and externally.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Required:

• Degree in a relevant subject such as Geography, Geomatics, Marine Engineering, Oceanography or a related discipline.
• Experience of using GIS software, such as Intergraph GeoMedia, ESRI or equivalent.
• Strong technical report writing skills.
• Computer literate, with the ability to use and learn technical software programmes.
• Keen to learn new skills and develop specialist knowledge within route engineering and the subsea cable industry.
• Strong attention to detail, with a logical and analytical approach.

Ideal:

• Previous exposure to marine survey data or the offshore environment.
• An interest in subsea cable routeing, marine operations or offshore infrastructure.
• Ideally hold a valid UK driving licence, or be working towards obtaining one.

Location: This role is based in our Chelmsford Head office and follows a hybrid working arrangement, with three days per week in the office (Tuesday to Thursday) and two days working remotely (Monday and Friday).

So that our organisation can comply with immigration rules, all potential candidates need to provide evidence of their Right To Work in the UK, to apply.

The Global Marine Group is a leading independent provider of submarine cable solutions offering a broad range of services including consultancy, installation and maintenance covering the lifespan of a submarine cable system and delivered to customers worldwide.

The Group consists of three business units; Global Marine provides fibre optic cable installation and maintenance solutions to the telecommunications and oil & gas markets, OceanIQ provides unparalleled subsea cable data, survey, route engineering, permitting and consultancy services for telecom and power cable projects and SubConnect which provides extensive expertise and experience in all aspects of subsea cables, ranging from design and testing to the provision of subsea housing and interconnectors.

With a global workforce of over 800 talented individuals, together the Group has installed over 315,000 kilometres of subsea telecoms cable, performed maintenance operations on 33% of the worlds fibre optic cables and has detailed data records on over 2.8million km of cable - 97% of all fibre, and 90% of all power cable including, over 6,000 historic cable faults.

The Global Marine Group team is full of passionate people, sharing a wealth of knowledge and constantly achieving excellence.

Employee Benefits

• Group Pension with access to Independent Financial Advisor
• Life Cover – inclusive with Group Pension Plan
• Private Medical Insurance and Medicash Plan
• Dental Scheme – at a subsidised cost
• Fitness Club Subsidy
• X2 Professional Subscriptions
• EV Car Scheme
• Cycle Scheme – As per the green initiative, approved by the Government scheme
• Eye Sight Test contribution
• Perkbox - employee discount scheme along with a Wellness Hub
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Option to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave per year
• Long Service Awards
• Reward & Recognition
• Referral programme
• Free on-site parking - At all sites
• Employee Assistance programme

Global Marine Group are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive for everyone. If you require reasonable adjustments for your interview, please reach out to during your recruitment process. We are more than happy to accommodate your needs to ensure you have the best possible experience during the selection process.