Subsea Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, life & disability insurance

Pension scheme

Travel opportunities

Innovative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a specialized Subsea Engineer to support offshore operations near East London. The role focuses on design, installation, and maintenance of subsea systems essential for Oil & Gas production, working on complex projects involving subsea production equipment, pipelines, and structures.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background with subsea expertise, ready to contribute to advanced offshore projects in the Eastern Cape coastal energy sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in subsea engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience with subsea production systems, hardware, and installation methodologies.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., API, DNV).
• Proficiency in relevant design and analysis software.
• Strong project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify subsea equipment, including trees, manifolds, and tie-ins.
• Develop installation procedures and oversee the execution of subsea construction activities.
• Perform analysis related to pipeline stress, stability, and flow assurance.
• Manage subsea component fabrication, testing, and qualification.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, geologists, and clients.
• Troubleshoot and support the maintenance and repair of existing subsea infrastructure.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Subsea Engineer to join their team supporting offshore operations near East London . This role is integral to the design, installation, and maintenance of subsea systems essential for Oil & Gas production. You will work on complex projects involving subsea production equipment, pipelines, and structures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering with specific expertise in subsea technologies and challenges. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to advanced offshore projects within a leading company operating in the Eastern Cape 's coastal energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify subsea equipment, including trees, manifolds, and tie‑ins.
• Develop installation procedures and oversee the execution of subsea construction activities.
• Perform analysis related to pipeline stress, stability, and flow assurance.
• Manage subsea component fabrication, testing, and qualification.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, geologists, and clients.
• Troubleshoot and support the maintenance and repair of existing subsea infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in subsea engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience with subsea production systems, hardware, and installation methodologies.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., API, DNV).
• Proficiency in relevant design and analysis software.
• Strong project management and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous pension scheme and long‑term incentives.
• Opportunities for travel and involvement in international projects.
• A challenging and innovative work environment in proximity to East London .