Project Engineer II

Oceaneering; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Retirement Savings

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceaneering is seeking a project engineer to manage mechanical, electrical, and ocean engineering aspects of offshore umbilical design and manufacturing. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, prepare technical deliverables, and drive projects from concept to final reports at the Panama City facility.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, hands-on engineering analysis, and the ability to work with minimal guidance while supporting 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Marine, or Ocean Engineering.
• 2–5 years of engineering experience, preferred in the oil and gas industry.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, reports, and specifications.
• Ability to write technical documents and present information to managers, clients, and vendors.
• Experience in Mathcad or other engineering calculation programs.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.
• U.S. government TWIC badge required for Panama City Port access.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with integrated teams to develop solutions at Oceaneering’s Panama City facility.
• Lead project executions to deliver procurement specs, production docs, and final reports.
• Coordinate engineering procedures, design reviews, and data archiving.
• Manage projects to meet timelines and client expectations.
• Support 24/7 operations and assist manufacturing/testing as needed.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders across sites.

Skills

Reading technical docs

Technical writing

Verbal presentation

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Marine, or Ocean Engineering

Tools

Mathcad

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

The project engineering position requires broad technical knowledge and understanding in mechanical, structural, electrical and ocean engineering fields. The position involves managing technical aspects of offshore umbilical design and manufacturing projects. Cross functional engagement and ability to execute in a team environment interacting with internal departments including project management, procurement, manufacturing and testing as well as external clients, testing facilities, vendors, etc are required. Applicants must be capable of expressing and presenting technical information and ideas both verbally and in writing.

Some travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with integrated teams to help develop solutions to the entire product line at Oceaneering’s Panama City manufacturing facility.
• Work with the engineering team to complete day-to-day tasks. Lead project executions to generate key technical deliverables such as procurement specifications, manufacturing production documentation, design reports, assembly procedures, test plans, procedures, and final reports, etc.
• Coordinate the effective utilization of engineering procedures, methods, design reviews, reporting, documentation and archiving of data required.
• Manage and lead projects, ensuring timely delivery and meeting client expectations.
• Be involved in local process improvement initiatives within the engineering communities. Help generate and update calculations and other toolsets utilized by the engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Interface with internal stakeholders such as project management, process and manufacturing engineering, testing technicians and others at both the Panama City facility as well as other Oceaneering sites.
• Able to work with minimal guidance from management to identify and solve problems.
• Be able to take on stretched assignments, other duties as assigned and ability to support 24/7 operation.
• Support manufacturing/testing functions for questions, comments, concerns, or non-conformances when required.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends and propose innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechnical, Electrical, Marine, or Ocean Engineering
• Minimum 2-5 years of engineering experience. Preferred in the oil and gas industry.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures/reports, governmental regulations, client specifications, and industry specifications.
• Ability to write technical documents of various kinds as well as business or commercial correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and vendors.
• Experience in the use of Mathcad or other engineering calculation programs.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.
• A U.Sgovernment issued TWIC badge is required to obtain access to the Port of Panama City.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with problem‑solving abilities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Competencies

• Safety and Security - observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Promotes & respects Oceaneering’s Ethical policy and commitment to diversity.
• Quality - demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability - adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Cost consciousness - develops and implements cost saving measures based on evaluation of engineering product line
• Innovation - displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas
• Leadership - exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Oral communication - listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Organizational support - follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Problem solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Working Conditions

• Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night.
• Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the work place.
• Work surface is stable (flat).

Benefits Statement

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include

• Health and Wellness
• Mental Health
• Retirement Savings
• Life and Disability
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• an Employee Assistance Program

About Us

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world’s premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non‑merit factor.