Remote Subsea Pipeline Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work within SA

Competitive salary

Annual bonus potential

Private health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Online learning access

Home office stipend

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a global leader in offshore energy to hire a Remote Subsea Pipeline Engineer. This fully remote SA role focuses on design, analysis, and integrity management of subsea pipelines for offshore Oil & Gas projects.

You will apply fluid dynamics, structural analysis, materials science, and industry codes from a home office. You will collaborate with a virtual, multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective subsea infrastructure, while staying

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years' experience in subsea pipeline design/engineering in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency with Orcaflex, SACS, Flexcom and related software.
• Strong knowledge of hydrodynamics, structural mechanics and materials science.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design/analysis of subsea pipelines, including routing and sizing.
• Conduct pipeline stress, thermal expansion, pressure surge and fatigue analyses.
• Design supports, risers and tie-ins; perform multivariate hydraulic analysis.
• Ensure compliance with DNV, API, ISO and related codes; prepare design packages.
• Collaborate remotely with multidisciplinary teams and prepare technical docs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Orcaflex

SACS

Flexcom

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in offshore energy development, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Subsea Pipeline Engineer to join their expanding team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from any location within South Africa. You will be responsible for the design, analysis, and integrity management of subsea pipeline systems for offshore Oil & Gas projects. This role requires a deep understanding of fluid dynamics, structural analysis, materials science, and relevant industry codes and standards. The ideal candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively within a virtual, multidisciplinary team environment. You will contribute to ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of complex subsea infrastructure. We are committed to fostering a flexible, productive, and collaborative remote work culture, empowering our team members to excel from anywhere. Your expertise will be key in delivering innovative solutions for challenging offshore environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design and analysis of subsea pipelines, including route selection, sizing, and material selection.
• Conduct pipeline stress analysis, including thermal expansion, pressure surge, and fatigue analysis.
• Evaluate and design pipeline supports, risers, and tie-ins.
• Perform hydraulic analysis for multiphase flow in pipelines.
• Ensure designs comply with industry codes and standards (e.g., DNV, API, ISO).
• Develop specifications for pipeline materials, fabrication, installation, and testing.
• Contribute to the integrity management of existing subsea pipeline systems, including risk assessment and inspection planning.
• Collaborate with project managers, offshore installation engineers, and other disciplines in a virtual setting.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and design packages.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices in subsea pipeline engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in subsea pipeline design and engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency in pipeline design and analysis software (e.g., Orcaflex, SACS, Flexcom).
• Strong understanding of hydrodynamics, structural mechanics, and materials science related to subsea applications.
• Experience with relevant industry codes and standards (DNV, API, ISO).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Experience with integrity management and risk-based inspection is advantageous.
• Knowledge of installation methods and challenges for subsea pipelines.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers exceptional work-life flexibility and the opportunity to work on challenging international projects from home.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, annual bonus potential, and comprehensive private health insurance.
• A strong retirement savings plan is included.
• Professional development is supported through access to online learning platforms, virtual training sessions, and relevant industry webinars.
• The company fosters a robust remote work culture, utilizing advanced collaboration tools to ensure seamless team integration.
• Employees receive a stipend for home office setup and have ample paid time off.
• The focus is on enabling employees to achieve their career goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance within the dynamic Oil & Gas sector.