Principal Marine Operations Specialist

McDermott International, Ltd; Doha; On-site; QAR 655,000 - 1,019,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd is seeking a Principal Operations Engineer to lead field engineering teams on offshore installation projects, bringing deep expertise in field engineering and guiding complex problems while ensuring adherence to industry standards. The role requires 10–14 years in oil & gas with major contractors or consultants, including EPCI experience and offshore project exposure.

You will coordinate with procurement, construction, and installation teams and maintain strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; master's preferred.
• 10–14 years in oil & gas with Major Contractors or consultants.
• Proven experience in the EPCI industry with an engineering focus.
• Offshore project experience highly valued.
• Strong leadership and client communication skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and industry-standard engineering tools.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of field and senior field engineers to ensure the effective and timely execution of installation projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering activities with procurement, construction, and installation phases.
• Conduct regular project site visits to monitor progress, address technical issues, and ensure quality control.
• Develop innovative engineering solutions that align with project specifications, client requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Oversee the design and optimization of engineering systems, ensuring feasibility, efficiency, and safety of project deliverables.
• Conduct thorough technical reviews and provide recommendations to enhance project performance and mitigate risks.
• Implement industry-leading practices and emerging trends to continuously improve engineering processes and methodologies.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as the primary technical point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their requirements, providing technical expertise and solutions.
• Proactively identify potential challenges or opportunities and communicate them to the project team for timely resolution.
• Strive to exceed client expectations by delivering superior quality, technical excellence, and outstanding customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Multitasking

Client liaison

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview:

Principal Operations Engineer is responsible for interpreting internal and external business issues. Recommend best practices, and will be tasked with solving complex Field Engineering related problems. Will work independently with minimal guidance. Principal Operations Engineer will be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in Field Engineering. In-depth expertise in Field Engineering as well as broad knowledge of the Field Engineering discipline within the Engineering function is required.

Job Description

Principal Operations Engineer is responsible for interpreting internal and external business issues. Recommend best practices, and will be tasked with solving complex Field Engineering related problems. Will work independently with minimal guidance. Principal Operations Engineer will be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in Field Engineering. In-depth expertise in Field Engineering as well as broad knowledge of the Field Engineering discipline within the Engineering function is required.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of field and senior field engineers to ensure the effective and timely execution of installation projects
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering activities with procurement, construction, and installation phases
• Conduct regular project site visits to monitor progress, address any technical issues, and ensure quality control
• Develop innovative engineering solutions that align with project specifications, client requirements, and regulatory standards
• Oversee the design and optimization of engineering systems, ensuring the feasibility, efficiency, and safety of project deliverables
• Conduct thorough technical reviews and provide recommendations to enhance project performance and mitigate risks
• Implement industry-leading practices and emerging trends to continuously improve engineering processes and methodologies
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as the primary technical point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their specific requirements, providing technical expertise and solutions to address their needs
• Proactively identify potential challenges or opportunities and communicate them to the project team, ensuring timely and effective resolution
• Strive to exceed client expectations by delivering superior quality, technical excellence, and outstanding customer service

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; A master's degree is preferred
• 10 to 14 years of experience in the oil and gas industry with Major Contractors or consultant
• Proven experience in the EPCI industry, with a focus on engineering functions
• Experience in offshore projects will be highly valued
• Strong technical knowledge and proficiency in utilizing relevant engineering tools, software, and industry-standard methodologies
• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team towards project objectives
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to resolving technical challenges
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, team members, and stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under shorter deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge in Microsoft tools like Word, excel, powerpoint etc.
• Knowledge in Auto CAD

About Us

Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we’ve forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably. For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.