Submarine Fiber Optic (FO) Equipment Specialist

Overview

Recruitment Consultant at We ARE Renewables & We ARE Sourcing is seeking a Submarine Fiber Optic (FO) Equipment Specialist for a permanent role with a client in the oil and gas equipment and services industry. The role focuses on expanding the client’s presence in the submarine FO equipment market through technical expertise, sales support, and project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Business Development: Leverage industry connections to develop the FO equipment supply business, engaging directly with end customers to secure opportunities.
• Technical Expertise: Apply in-depth knowledge of submarine FO cable installation processes to support project development and execution.
• Engineering Design: Independently create layouts and concepts for FO installation equipment using CAD software (Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD; ANSYS proficiency is a plus).
• Market Insight: Utilize knowledge of the equipment supply market to provide price benchmarking and support strategic decisions.
• Technical Sales & Project Leadership: Initially act as a Technical Sales Specialist, supporting the sales team by developing concepts to win projects. Transition to leading project execution upon securing contracts.
• Requirements/Your Profile: Preferably holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering; proven experience in submarine FO cable installation processes; proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor; ANSYS experience is a plus); familiarity with the equipment supply market; ability to work autonomously and drive business growth in a new market segment.

Qualifications

• Preferably a degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Proven experience in submarine FO cable installation processes
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor; ANSYS experience is a plus)
• Familiarity with the equipment supply market
• Ability to work autonomously and drive business growth in a new market segment

Location & Employment Details

Location: Italy or England (UK)

Contract type: Permanent/Staff

Work days/hours: 5 days a week (8 hours per day)

Start: ASAP (in consultation with the client)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Job function

• Engineering, Sales, and Customer Service

Industries

• Oil and Gas and Design Services