Subsea Engineer - Pipeline and Infrastructure Design

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Subsea Engineer to contribute to the design and integrity of subsea pipelines and related infrastructure for Pretoria-based projects. You will work from concept through FEED to detailed design, procurement, and construction support, applying fluid dynamics, structural analysis, and materials science expertise.

You will produce calculations, specifications, and drawings, collaborating with internal teams and external contractors to ensure safe and compliant subsea

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Naval Architecture.
• Minimum of 6 years of subsea engineering, pipeline design, or offshore infrastructure experience.
• Strong understanding of hydrodynamics, structural mechanics, and materials science for subsea environments.
• Proficiency with pipeline design software such as OFFPIPE and SACS, plus FEA tools.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards like DNV, API, and ISO.
• Experience with subsea processing, risers, or mooring systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills; strong communication and team collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines in a project engineering setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design calculations for subsea pipelines including route optimization, wall thickness, buoyancy, and span analysis.
• Develop technical specifications for subsea equipment such as umbilicals, manifolds, and tie-ins.
• Conduct stress analysis and fatigue assessments for subsea structures and pipelines.
• Collaborate with ROV operations and installation engineers to ensure safe offshore execution.
• Prepare engineering drawings, P&IDs, and other technical documentation.
• Support procurement by evaluating vendor proposals and ensuring compliance with specs.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry codes, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to risk assessments and HAZID/HAZOP studies for subsea systems.
• Liaise with clients and project management offices regarding subsea engineering aspects.

Skills

Hydrodynamics

Structural mechanics

Material science

Project management

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Civil/Naval Architecture

Tools

OFFPIPE

SACS

FEA tools

Job description

About the Role Our client, a global leader in offshore energy infrastructure, is seeking a skilled Subsea Engineer to contribute to the design and integrity of subsea pipelines and associated infrastructure for projects operating out of Pretoria, Gauteng . This role requires a strong understanding of fluid mechanics, structural engineering, materials science, and offshore installation practices. The ideal candidate will be involved in all phases of subsea project execution, from conceptual design and FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) through to detailed design, procurement, and construction support. You will be responsible for performing complex calculations, developing technical specifications, and collaborating with internal teams and external contractors to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of subsea systems. This is an exciting opportunity to work on challenging offshore projects and develop your expertise in a critical field of the energy sector. Your technical contributions will be vital for project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design calculations for subsea pipelines, including route selection, wall thickness, buoyancy, and span analysis.
• Develop technical specifications for subsea equipment, such as umbilicals, manifolds, and tie-ins.
• Conduct stress analysis and fatigue assessments for subsea structures and pipelines.
• Collaborate with ROV operations and installation engineers to ensure constructability and safe offshore execution.
• Prepare engineering drawings, P&IDs, and other technical documentation.
• Support procurement activities by evaluating vendor proposals and ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to risk assessments and HAZID/HAZOP studies related to subsea systems.
• Liaise with clients and project management teams regarding subsea engineering aspects in Pretoria project management offices.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Naval Architecture.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in subsea engineering, pipeline design, or offshore infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of hydrodynamics, structural mechanics, and material science relevant to subsea environments.
• Proficiency in pipeline design software (e.g., OFFPIPE, SACS) and FEA tools.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as DNV, API, ISO.
• Experience with subsea processing, risers, or mooring systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and report-writing capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Experience working within a project engineering environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, retirement planning, and opportunities for career advancement.
• This role provides exposure to challenging and high-profile offshore projects, operating from our strategic base in Pretoria .
• Continuous professional development and training are strongly supported.
• Join a leading company dedicated to innovation and excellence in the offshore energy sector.