Subsea Engineer - Pipeline Integrity and Design

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Performance bonus

International travel

Healthcare + retirement benefits

Based in Vereeniging

Job summary

Placements24 invites a seasoned Subsea Engineer to join a global Oil & Gas leader in Vereeniging. You will lead design and integrity management for subsea pipelines, ensuring compliance with international codes.

The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on offshore projects, with travel and performance bonuses potential. The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering with subsea/pipelines specialization and at least eight years of

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with subsea engineering or pipelines specialization.
• Minimum 8 years in subsea pipeline engineering and integrity management in Oil & Gas.
• Strong knowledge of subsea pipeline design principles, materials, and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Design subsea pipelines, risers, and related structures.
• Perform pipeline integrity assessments (corrosion, fatigue, FFS).
• Develop and review pipeline design specs, procedures, and calculations.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes and regulatory requirements (DNV, API, ISO).
• Collaborate with offshore construction teams during project execution.
• Provide expert advice on subsea engineering and risk assessments (HAZID/HAZOP).
• Analyze survey data for route selection and pipeline protection.
• Manage vendors for subsea equipment and services.
• Contribute to lifecycle integrity management strategies for subsea assets.

Skills

Subsea pipeline design

Pipeline integrity management

OffPIPE

SACS

Sesam

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering with subsea/pipelines specialization

Tools

OFFPIPE

SACS

Sesam

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking an accomplished Subsea Engineer with expertise in pipeline integrity and design to join their prestigious engineering division in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is central to the design, installation, and integrity management of subsea pipelines and associated infrastructure for offshore projects. The Subsea Engineer will be responsible for conducting detailed analyses, ensuring compliance with international codes and standards, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects safely and efficiently. This is a challenging opportunity for a motivated engineer to make a significant impact on cutting-edge offshore developments within the South African energy industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineering of subsea pipelines, risers, and associated structures.
• Perform pipeline integrity assessments, including corrosion control, fatigue analysis, and fitness-for-service evaluations.
• Develop and review pipeline design specifications, procedures, and calculations.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., DNV, API, ISO) and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with offshore construction and installation teams during project execution.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide expert advice on subsea engineering matters.
• Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, and other risk assessment studies related to subsea systems.
• Analyze survey data and provide input for route selection and pipeline protection.
• Manage vendors and suppliers for subsea equipment and services.
• Contribute to the development of lifecycle integrity management strategies for subsea assets.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline with a specialization in subsea engineering or pipelines.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in subsea pipeline engineering and integrity management within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of subsea pipeline design principles, materials, and fabrication.
• Proficiency in pipeline analysis software (e.g., OFFPIPE, SACS, Sesam).
• Expertise in pipeline integrity management, including corrosion, flow assurance, and fatigue.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards relevant to subsea pipelines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in working on international projects and with diverse teams.
• Previous exposure to the South African offshore regulatory framework is beneficial.
• Must possess valid work authorization for South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
• This role provides the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a good work-life balance.
• Being based in Vereeniging, you will be part of a key industrial hub.
• Performance bonuses and potential for international travel and assignments are available.
• Our client is committed to fostering innovation and excellence in subsea engineering.