Remote Senior Subsea Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,995,000 - 2,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings with company match

Professional development

Home office equipment allowance

Access to cutting-edge subsea tools

Job summary

Placements24 is a leading Oil & Gas service provider seeking a Remote Senior Subsea Engineer to design, analyze, and support subsea production systems, including wellheads, trees, manifolds, and related equipment, ensuring integrity and performance for offshore projects.

This fully remote role offers a competitive salary and bonus package, comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, retirement savings with company match, and opportunities to work with international teams on high-profile

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 8+ years of subsea engineering experience in Oil & Gas.
• Extensive knowledge of subsea hardware (wellheads, trees, manifolds, controls, risers).
• Proficiency in subsea design principles, ANSYS, and codes/standards (API, ISO).
• Strong materials science, corrosion, and integrity management knowledge.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis of subsea production equipment and systems.
• Develop technical specifications, P&IDs, and interface documents for subsea equipment.
• Perform stress analysis, fluid flow calculations, and integrity assessments.
• Specify materials, welding procedures, and NDT requirements for subsea hardware.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, installation, and commissioning.

Skills

Subsea engineering

ANSYS

API/ISO standards

Materials science

Stress analysis

Remote project management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading international Oil & Gas service provider, is seeking a highly experienced Remote Senior Subsea Engineer to join their innovative engineering team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to cutting-edge subsea projects from anywhere. The role involves the design, analysis, specification, and support of subsea production systems, including wellheads, trees, manifolds, and associated equipment. You will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity, reliability, and performance of subsea infrastructure for offshore projects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in subsea engineering principles, a strong understanding of materials, fluid dynamics, and structural analysis, and a proven ability to manage complex technical challenges in a virtual environment. We are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented engineer with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, capable of collaborating effectively with global teams. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on world-class projects while enjoying the benefits of a fully remote role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of subsea production equipment and systems.
• Develop technical specifications, P&IDs, and interface documents for subsea equipment.
• Perform stress analysis, fluid flow calculations, and integrity assessments for subsea components.
• Specify materials, welding procedures, and NDT requirements for subsea hardware.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Review vendor documentation and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify and manage technical risks associated with subsea system design and operation.
• Contribute to the development of company standards and best practices in subsea engineering.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in subsea engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• In-depth knowledge of subsea hardware (wellheads, trees, manifolds, controls, risers).
• Proficiency in subsea system design principles, analysis tools (e.g., ANSYS), and relevant codes/standards (e.g., API, ISO).
• Strong understanding of materials science, corrosion, and integrity management for subsea applications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Proven ability to manage projects and technical challenges remotely.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for virtual teamwork.
• Familiarity with subsea installation methods and vessel operations.
• Experience working with international projects and diverse teams is beneficial.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering exceptional work-life balance.
• Highly competitive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company match.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Home office equipment and internet expense allowance.
• Access to cutting-edge subsea technologies and project management tools.
• Chance to work on high-profile international offshore projects.
• Supportive and dynamic remote engineering team.