Principal Analysis Engineer (Pipeline Installation)

-; Sutton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Sutton, UK is seeking a Principal Analysis Engineer to join the Pipeline Group team. This role involves performing and overseeing installation analysis of rigid pipelines, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject and proficiency in Orcaflex, Python, VBA, and Abaqus. A commitment to safety and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential. Limited overseas travel may be required. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable relevant experience, preferably in the Oil & Gas market.
• Ability to work with all levels within the business.
• Willingness to travel overseas as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation analysis of rigid pipeline in S-lay, J-lay and/or Reel-lay.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with company engineering standards.
• Provide engineering support during operations.
• Promote safety culture within the team.

Skills

Proficient with Orcaflex

Familiarity with Python

Familiarity with VBA

Familiarity with Abaqus

Good communication skills

Excellent report writing skills

Education

Degree in relevant engineering or similar subject

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a Principal Analysis Engineer (Pipeline Installation) to join our Pipeline Group (PG) team at our Sutton, London office on a full‑time, permanent basis.

The analysis engineering team within Pipeline Group is responsible for delivering fit‑for‑purpose rigid pipeline installation analysis to projects and/or tenders, with a specific focus on safe and cost‑effective installation operations.

Our engineers are recognised for their expertise and, at principal level, management skills. They can oversee a team of installation analysis project engineers, dealing with rigid pipeline installation analysis in projects, FEED or tenders. They are responsible to the Analysis Team Lead for efficient day‑to‑day management of the installation analysis team and provide regular operational reports on general project engineering activities, technical subject matters and resource management.

What will you be doing?

• Perform in autonomy installation analysis of rigid pipeline in S‑lay, J‑lay and/or Reel‑lay and be accountable for you, and in some cases depending on level a teams, scope of work.
• Mentor and support junior engineers on their scopes of work
• Responsible for ensuring that standard of engineering services provided complies with relevant company engineering standards with a clear focus on commerciality of engineering solutions.
• Ensure installation analysis solution is fit for purpose while meeting client specifications.
• Provide engineering support during operations with occasional periods offshore or on yard.
• Promote safety culture and initiatives to the installation engineering team throughout the onshore and offshore delivery phases.
• Participate actively to the Pipeline Group department know‑how consolidation
• Propose innovative solutions allowing cost & risks reduction.

What experience would we like you to have?

• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering or similar subject
• Demonstrable relevant experience (preferably in the Oil & Gas market but other relevant experience will be considered).
• Proficient with Orcaflex and familiarity with systems such as Python, VBA and Abaqus
• Good communication skills with ability to speak with all levels within the business. Comfortable working individually and as part of a team.
• Excellent report writing skills with the ability to self‑check and produce accurate work, as well as the ability prioritise and organise work accordingly to meet deadlines set by management.
• This role may involve short spells of overseas travel so candidates may need to show a willingness and flexibility to meet these requirements.

An environment where you can thrive

We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success.

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision‑making and introduces new ways of thinking.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together.

What happens next?

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