Project Engineer (HRUS)

Helix Energy Solutions Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Helix Energy Solutions Group, through Helix Robotics Solutions (HRS), designs and develops subsea intervention tooling and ROV-based systems for offshore operations. The role emphasizes mechanical/hydraulic/machine design, with project management responsibilities and collaboration across engineering, operations, and commercial teams.

Based in Houston, the position involves office work with some vessel/shop exposure and potential remote day.

Qualifications

• Education: BSME/BSEE or equivalent.
• Experience: 3–5 years relevant to the job description.

Responsibilities

• Engineering and design of tooling/intervention electro-mechanical and hydraulic packages.
• Full project responsibility for technical, schedule and fiscal performance.
• Provide technical input to Commercial department for proposals, and to Operations department as required.
• Provide innovative, cost-effective technical solutions to client requirements.
• Provide direction and support to shop and field technical crews.

Skills

Hydraulic design engineering

Mechanical design engineering

Project management

Excel

Word

Project

Education

BSME/BSEE or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Project

Job description

Location US – Texas, Houston, Robotics Solutions

Primary responsibilities are to support the Engineering and Technical Group with engineering and design of subsea intervention tooling solutions for Helix Robotics Solutions (HRS) ROV remote work systems, which includes advanced work-class ROV’s, subsea trenching systems, and seabed geotechnical equipment. HRS also designs and manufactures purpose built subsea infrastructure components and control systems, along with topside structures and systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong hydraulic / mechanical / machine design engineering and project management skills, and capable of working in a fast-paced team environment. Mechanical, hydraulic, and structural skills are primary disciplines, with moderate electrical / electronic skills as a preferred secondary.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

Engineering and design of tooling/intervention electro-mechanical and hydraulic packages.

Full project responsibility for technical, schedule and fiscal performance.

Provide technical input to Commercial department for proposals, and to Operations department as required.

Provide innovative, cost-effective technical solutions to client requirements.

Provide direction and support to shop and field technical crews.

Qualifications

Education / Training: BSME/BSEE or equivalent.

Experience: preferred 3 to 5 years of experience relevant to job description.

Skills

• Computer Skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, Project.
• Project Management Skills including scheduling and budget responsibilities.
• Knowledge of or familiarity with applicable standards including API, ISO, DNV, ASME, USCG, AWS, IEEE.

Special Requirements

• Machine design and hydraulic equipment experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office based, with some vessels in port and shop environment work.
• This position is expected to report in office, with the option of one remote day.
  

Hornbeck Offshore Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.