ROV Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider is seeking a ROV Project Engineer on a long-term contract in Aberdeen. The role involves coordinating project deliverables, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and producing technical documentation. Candidates should possess engineering qualifications and extensive knowledge of ROV operations.

Benefits

Visa and work permit assistance

Market-leading benefits

Accommodation support

Qualifications

• Completed engineering studies at a university or college level.
• Strong knowledge of offshore ROV operations.
• Ability to produce technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Complete documentation/manuals for newbuild subsea/ROV systems.
• Review procedures and drawings from an ROV operations perspective.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies.

Skills

Offshore ROV operations

Technical documentation

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

University engineering studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

MathCAD

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

NES Fircroft is supporting a key Oil & Gas client in Aberdeen with a ROV Project Engineer role on a long-term contract basis.

The primary purpose is to support the project manager and coordinate with the client and vendor, respecting processes and protocols. The role involves being responsible for deliverables within the defined schedule, including the preparation, writing, and updating of documentation.

This will be a 12-month PAYE contract, working full-time hours (37.5 per week). After initial training, the work pattern will be a 3/2 hybrid shift schedule.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Complete documentation/manuals associated with newbuild subsea/ROV systems and equipment.
• Review procedures and drawings to ensure practicality from an ROV operations perspective.
• Maintain awareness and understanding of current client requirements and industry codes and standards, including statutory regulations.
• Ensure all activities comply with health, safety, quality, and environmental policies.
• Prioritize personal safety and that of others, avoiding risks.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Completed engineering studies at a university or college level, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of offshore ROV operations, especially subsea construction and remote intervention.
• Familiarity with ISO 13628-8 standards on ROV interfaces on subsea production systems.
• Ability to produce technical documentation for remotely operated subsea equipment.
• Good understanding of ROV system design and system-level engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MathCAD, and AutoCAD.
• Ability to work independently, coordinate resources, contribute actively, and solve problems.
• Effective communication skills at all levels and confidence in supervising technical disciplines.

With over 90 years of combined experience, NES Fircroft is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider across Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, and Manufacturing sectors. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we provide clients with the engineering and technical expertise needed, wherever and whenever required. We support contractors with visa and work permit assistance, market-leading benefits, and accommodation, ensuring safe and compliant support for our clients.