Offshore Field Engineer - Subsea Cable Lay

Energy Job Search; Yanbu`; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services provider is seeking a Field Engineer for subsea cable installation in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. The role involves overseeing installation, ensuring safety compliance, and providing technical support on offshore projects. Candidates must have relevant project experience, strong technical skills, and hold EU or UK nationality. This position offers a 6 weeks on / 6 weeks off rotation, working 12 hours a day.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role or extensive cable lay engineering experience.
• Demonstrable cable lay project experience in position of Field Engineer is a must.
• Familiarity with cable lay equipment design, installation, and commissioning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols to minimize risks to personnel and equipment.
• Provide technical support to offshore personnel, guiding them through problems and solutions.
• Oversee the installation of subsea cables and mobilization of offshore equipment.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Offshore Engineering / Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Short Description

A field Engineer for subsea cable installation is responsible for overseeing the execution of subsea cable installation, projects and (de)mobilizing cable equipment and systems on maritime facilities. The position requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in high-pressure conditions.

Function Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols to minimize risks to personnel and equipment. Conduct regular safety checks.
• Communication: Being able to clearly communicate at all levels with our clients as well as the office and deck crews.
• Technical Expertise: Provide technical support to offshore personnel, guiding them through problems and solutions for various equipment issues.
• Installation and Maintenance: Oversee the installation of subsea cables, (de)mobilization of offshore equipment and work with technicians to ensure maintenance is conducted.
• Problem Solving: Diagnosing and resolving technical issues during project execution, collaborating with the onshore engineering team as necessary and perform ad-hoc engineering analyses, to minimize downtime.
• Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of offshore activities, equipment specifications, as-built drawings, work procedures, change management and daily project reports.
• Teamwork: Working closely with on- and offshore teams, other engineers, and project managers to coordinate and execute the activities effectively.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with relevant industry regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
  
  

Requirements

Note: Due to project location and logistical requirements, candidates must hold EU or UK nationality.

Experience

• Demonstrable cable lay project experience in position of Field Engineer is a must.
• Offshore umbilical/cable installation.
• Basic knowledge of software like AutoCAD or similar tools used for design and simulation purposes.
• Familiarity with cable lay equipment design, installation, and commissioning procedures.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Offshore Engineering / Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role or extensive cable lay engineering experience.
  
  

Certifications

• Full GWO (BOSIET /FOET is accepted as alternative)
• NOGEPA Medical (or equivalent like - OGUK, STCW)
• Seaman's book
  
  

Rotation/Duration

• 6 weeks on / 6 weeks off - 12 hours per day.
• 3 rotations.
  
  

Do you meet the requirements and see yourself reflected on this role? Apply today!