Senior Principal Marine Operations Spec

McDermott International, Ltd; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd is seeking a Senior Principal Marine Operations Specialist to provide expert support in project execution and commercial bidding activities. The role involves overseeing pipeline welding qualification, material selection, and marine operations.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering with at least 20 years of experience in pipeline production. Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in offshore and/or onshore pipeline production.
• Strong knowledge of qualifications processes and inspection standards.
• Solid understanding of QHSE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and technical support to project management teams.
• Drive innovation in production processes and automation.
• Ensure compliance with QHSES requirements.

Skills

Project planning

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering (preferably metallurgy or mechanical)

Professional certification (EWE/IWE, CEng, PE)

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Principal Marine Operations Specialist plays a pivotal role in both project execution and commercial bidding activities by providing expert support and leadership. The position involves overseeing pipeline welding qualification strategies, material selection and engineering, front-end procurement activities, ensuring execution readiness, and supporting fabrication, marine, and offshore operations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting tendering, estimating, and bid evaluations
• Ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and certifying authority requirements
• Driving innovation in production processes, automation, and materials
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
• Providing leadership and technical support to operations and project management teams
• Reviewing, approving, and managing procedures in coordination with clients and certifying authorities
• Selecting materials, participating in vendor audits and selection, supporting project execution until completion
• Supporting tendering activities, including cost estimation, productivity analysis, and technical reviews
• Providing execution support across fabrication, marine, and offshore phases, including performance monitoring and quality assurance
• Leading troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of production and material issues
• Driving development and implementation of mechanized/automated production and participating in R&D initiatives
• Managing training programs, competency development, and mentoring of marine personnel
• Ensuring compliance with QHSES requirements and promoting safe working practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering preferably metallurgy or mechanical, or related field
• Professional certification such as EWE/IWE, CEng, PE, or equivalent (preferred)
• Minimum 20+ years of experience in offshore and/or onshore pipeline production
• Strong knowledge of procedures, qualification processes, and inspection standards
• Solid understanding of QHSE requirements related to a production environment
• Proven experience in project planning, execution, and compliance management
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex project requirements