Operations Readiness Engineer

Woodside Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Woodside Energy is seeking an experienced Offshore Operations Engineer to support the FPSO/FSO readiness and lead start-up, with cross-functional collaboration across design, construction, commissioning, and hook-up to ensure smooth Trion field operations.

You will review operability in design, lead handover from commissioning, and drive safety, procedures, and digitalization efforts while maintaining uptime targets and adhering to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years offshore operations experience.
• Offshore rotational work experience is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in petroleum, mechanical, chemical engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in supporting offshore operations.
• Strong knowledge of process control and safety protocols.
• Proficient in SAP and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical reviews for the operations readiness team on the FPU, FSO, and SURF systems.
• Lead start-up assurance including handover from commissioning and pre-startup safety reviews.
• Collaborate to develop operating procedures and transfer enduring risks to operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve production and uptime goals for Trion project.
• Work with completions to understand well completions and implement start-up facilities.
• Enforce safety procedures and regulations.
• Lead digitalization reviews and dashboard creation.
• Progress one-off special projects.

Skills

Offshore operations experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About the Role

This role will support the operations readiness team and provide operational input into the project design for both the Floating Production System (FPS) and Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) vessel. The role will interface across all project teams through construction, commissioning, and hook-up phases to ultimately lead the start-up and steady state operations of the Trion field.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the technical review for the operations readiness team on the FPU, FSO, and SURF systems. Diagnose operability in design and provide recommendations to the project team as needed.


• Lead the operations start-up assurance which includes handover assurance from commissioning, pre-startup safety reviews, and ultimately leading to start-up engineering support for operations.


• Collaborate cross-functionally in the development of operating procedures and transfer of enduring risks from the project to operate phase


• Collaborate with cross functional teams to achieve overall production and uptime goals for the Trion project upon start-up. Integration points include detailed engineering for topsides and subsea, construction, commissioning, and hook-up phases.


• Work with completions engineering team to understand well completions and implement temporary well flowback facilities and procedures for initial well startup.


• Implement and enforce safety procedures and protocols in accordance with industry regulations and company policies.


• Lead the digitalization reviews and ensure operations workflows are captured via software selection and dashboard creation.


• Progress one-off special projects as they become available.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in offshore operations. Offshore rotational work experience is a plus.


• Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field.


• Proven experience in supporting offshore operations, preferably in a similar role.


• Problem solving abilities and adaptable in a dynamic project environment.


• Strong knowledge of offshore production systems, process control, and safety protocols.


• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices for offshore facilities.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Thorough experience of the application of SAP and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and 365)

At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Recognition & Reward

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring


• Industry-leading 18 weeks' paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)


• Values led culture


• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity


• Community volunteering opportunities


• Relocation assistance (if required)


• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities