Senior Mechanical Engineer - Umbilical & Power Cable (Offshore Subsea)

Airswift; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the offshore oil and gas sector is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in umbilical and power cable systems. The role encompasses full lifecycle engineering support, including design, installation, and project management for a large-scale subsea project in Qatar. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering, substantial offshore experience, and strong leadership abilities, with both local and international applications encouraged.

Benefits

Visa, travel, and accommodation arranged

Immediate mobilization opportunity

Qualifications

• 15 years of engineering experience post-graduation.
• 10 years in offshore oil & gas focused on subsea systems.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design activities related to subsea umbilicals and power cables.
• Manage engineering across all project phases, ensuring technical integrity.
• Oversee development of method statements and deliverables for offshore execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

AUTOPIPE

CAESAR

Orcaflex

SAGE

ABAQUS

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Umbilical & Power Cable (Offshore Subsea)

Location: Qatar (Onshore/Offshore Interface)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long-term (Multi-year project)
Work Schedule: 6 days/week, 10 hours/day
Sector: Offshore Oil & Gas, Subsea Infrastructure

Project Overview:

We are supporting a large-scale offshore oil and gas redevelopment project focused on subsea system enhancements, infrastructure modernization, and field extension activities. The project spans engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases with a strong focus on subsea umbilical systems, power cable routing, and integration with topside and drilling systems.

Role Overview:

The Senior Mechanical Engineer (Umbilical & Power Cable) will be responsible for providing expert engineering support across all project stages—from concept and FEED through detailed design and execution. This role plays a vital part in subsea infrastructure development, ensuring full lifecycle delivery, technical integrity, and integration with broader offshore facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage mechanical design activities related to subsea umbilicals, power cables, and associated control systems.

Execute engineering across all project phases including feasibility, FEED, detailed design, construction, and commissioning.

Conduct and review analyses involving lateral buckling, on-bottom stability, routing, free spans, risers, spools, and installation.

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure delivery of engineering scopes on time and to specification.

Oversee the development and review of method statements, work packs, and deliverables for engineering and offshore execution.

Act as a technical focal point for subsea systems, supporting interface management with contractors, topsides, drilling, and O&M teams.

Ensure technical assurance processes, internal standards, and safety protocols are fully implemented.

Support testing and FAT programs to assure interface compatibility and system integrity pre-installation.

Provide coaching and mentoring to junior engineers and support overall knowledge development within the team.

Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.

Chartered or Professional Engineer status preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 15 years of engineering experience post-graduation.

At least 10 years in offshore oil & gas with a focus on subsea systems.

Strong background in pipeline/subsea mechanical design, including umbilicals and power cables.

Familiarity with offshore analysis software such as AUTOPIPE, CAESAR, Orcaflex, SAGE, ABAQUS is highly desirable.

Experience in the development of engineering deliverables including wall thickness, expansion, coatings, riser clamps, and crossing designs.

Technical Skills:

Deep knowledge of offshore engineering codes and standards.

Understanding of installation techniques and project risks related to subsea construction.

Fluent in English with strong communication and leadership skills.

Proficient in engineering documentation, project scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

Prior experience supporting brownfield offshore redevelopment projects.

Available for immediate or short-notice mobilization.

Able to provide both onshore and offshore technical support during construction and commissioning phases.

Visa, travel, and accommodation will be arranged for successful candidates.
Applications from both local and international candidates are welcome.

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