Subsea Field Engineer

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Remote; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Subsea Field Engineer for a contract role, operating in a remote-first environment with occasional on-site support in Utah. You will provide expert troubleshooting, maintenance planning, and performance optimization for subsea production systems, coordinating with onshore teams and vendors.

The ideal candidate has at least seven years' subsea operations experience, a degree in engineering, and strong skills in hydraulics, controls, and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Petroleum engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of subsea field operations or engineering experience in Oil & Gas.
• Strong knowledge of subsea trees, manifolds, pumps, compressors, and control systems.
• Experience with remote monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Excellent problem-solving and communications in remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for subsea equipment.
• Analyze operational data to identify issues and plan preventive maintenance.
• Plan and execute subsea field maintenance activities and interventions.
• Review subsea designs, P&IDs, and manuals.
• Collaborate with onshore teams and vendors to resolve challenges.
• Develop technical documentation and risk assessments.
• Assist in commissioning and startup of new subsea installations.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality standards are followed.
• Stay updated on subsea technologies and best practices.

Skills

Subsea field operations

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Petroleum engineering

Tools

P&IDs interpretation

Subsea control systems

Hydraulic systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent international Oil & Gas company, is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Subsea Field Engineer for a contract role, operating remotely with requirements for occasional on-site support. This position is responsible for providing technical expertise and support for subsea production systems, ensuring their reliable and efficient operation. The Subsea Field Engineer will play a key role in troubleshooting, maintenance planning, and performance optimization of subsea equipment. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a flexible, remote-first environment and is comfortable with occasional travel to project sites for critical interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for subsea production equipment and systems.
• Analyze operational data to identify potential issues and recommend preventative maintenance actions.
• Assist in the planning and execution of subsea field maintenance activities and interventions.
• Review and interpret subsea system designs, P&IDs, and operational manuals.
• Collaborate with onshore operations teams, engineering, and vendors to resolve technical challenges.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including reports, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support the commissioning and startup of new subsea installations.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards in all activities.
• Stay updated on subsea technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Petroleum preferred) or a relevant technical qualification.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in subsea field operations or engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong understanding of subsea equipment, including trees, manifolds, pumps, compressors, and control systems.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in subsea environments.
• Familiarity with subsea hydraulics, controls, and instrumentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required for specific interventions or support.
• Experience with remote monitoring and diagnostic tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of Upington operations or similar challenging environments is beneficial.

Benefits

This contract role offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience. As a remote-first position, it provides significant flexibility and autonomy. Opportunities to work on challenging and technologically advanced subsea projects within the Oil & Gas sector are abundant. Our client values expertise and offers a supportive environment for professionals contributing to their operational success, even when based remotely from locations like Upington, Northern Cape.