Senior Subsea Pipeline Engineer – Offshore & Global Projects

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

International assignments

Relocation assistance

Training programs

Housing during site visits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Subsea Pipeline Engineer in Benoni, Gauteng, to design, analyze, fabricate, install and manage integrity for offshore pipeline systems. You will work with cross‑functional teams to ensure safety, reliability and efficiency of complex offshore infrastructure.

The role requires a strong technical background in pipeline engineering, familiarity with DNV, API and ISO standards, and willingness to travel offshore or to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Naval Architecture engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of subsea pipeline design, analysis and integrity management experience.
• Proficiency in pipeline design/analysis software and knowledge of relevant codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design calculations for subsea pipelines, including route selection and wall thickness.
• Conduct pipeline stress, fatigue analyses and fatigue life assessments using standard software.
• Develop specifications for pipeline materials, coatings and welding procedures.
• Oversee fabrication and testing of subsea pipeline components.
• Plan and execute pipeline installation campaigns including trenching and commissioning.
• Develop integrity management programs with inspection and repair strategies.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards (DNV; API; ISO).
• Collaborate with project managers, offshore installation managers and HSEQ staff.
• Review contractor submittals for technical compliance.
• Provide technical support during operation of subsea pipelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Naval Architecture

Tools

SACS

OrcaFlex

PIPESIM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Subsea Pipeline Engineer in Benoni, Gauteng, to design, analyze, fabricate, install and manage integrity for offshore pipeline systems. You will work with cross‑functional teams to ensure safety, reliability and efficiency of complex offshore infrastructure.

The role requires a strong technical background in pipeline engineering, familiarity with DNV, API and ISO standards, and willingness to travel offshore or to project sites as needed.