Senior Subsea Engineer

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Remote; USD 73,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health, life and disability insurance

International travel opportunities

Remote work options within SA

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Subsea Engineer to lead design, analysis and management of subsea systems from East London. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, integrity and efficiency in challenging offshore environments.

The role emphasizes innovative engineering and project execution, with opportunities for international travel and flexible remote arrangements within South Africa for the right professional.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field.
• 8+ years of subsea engineering experience in offshore oil and gas.
• Proficiency with subsea design and analysis software.
• Experience with installation procedures and offshore operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and specify subsea production systems (pipelines, risers, manifolds, xmas trees).
• Perform structural, hydrodynamic, and fatigue analyses on subsea components.
• Develop installation procedures and support offshore execution activities.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards and client specs.
• Manage subsea engineering interfaces and coordinate with vendors and contractors.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide technical solutions for subsea challenges.

Skills

Subsea engineering

Structural analysis

Hydrodynamics

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Naval Architecture

Tools

Subsea design software

Fatigue analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Subsea Engineer to contribute to critical projects within the oil and gas industry from their operational base in East London. This role involves the design, analysis, and management of subsea systems and equipment, ensuring operational integrity, safety, and efficiency in challenging offshore environments. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, naval architects, and offshore operations personnel, to deliver complex subsea infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of subsea engineering principles and a strong commitment to innovation and technical excellence in a global energy context.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and specify subsea production systems, including pipelines, risers, manifolds, and xmas trees.
• Perform structural, hydrodynamic, and fatigue analyses on subsea components and systems.
• Develop installation procedures and support offshore execution activities.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and client specifications.
• Manage subsea engineering interfaces and coordinate with vendors and contractors.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide technical solutions for subsea operational challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in subsea engineering within the offshore oil and gas sector.
• Proven experience in subsea system design, analysis, and project execution.
• Proficiency with relevant subsea design and analysis software.
• Strong understanding of offshore installation processes and marine operations.

Benefits

• A leading salary package and annual bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Opportunities for international travel and involvement in pioneering subsea projects.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options for experienced professionals within South Africa.
• A dynamic and forward-thinking work culture focused on technical advancement and sustainable energy solutions.