Submarine Fiber Optic (FO) Equipment Specialist

We ARE looking for a Submarine Fiber Optic (FO) Equipment Specialist for one of our clients in the oil and gas equipment and services industry, to join them on a permanent / staff basis.

The role focuses on expanding our clients presence in the submarine FO equipment market through technical expertise, sales support, and project leadership.

Tasks & 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.

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)