Subsea Field Engineer

Placements24; Vrystaat; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a prominent international Oil & Gas company in recruiting a Subsea Field Engineer for a contract role. The position is remote-first with occasional on-site support, including travel to project sites such as Upington, Northern Cape, for critical interventions.

You will provide remote technical support for subsea production systems, review P&IDs and designs, assist maintenance planning, and collaborate with onshore teams and vendors to optimize performance, reliability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant technical qualification.
• Minimum 7 years in subsea field operations or engineering in Oil & Gas.
• Strong understanding of subsea equipment including trees, manifolds, pumps and control systems.
• Experience troubleshooting subsea environments and interpreting P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for subsea equipment.
• Analyze operational data to identify issues and recommend maintenance actions.
• Assist planning and execution of subsea field maintenance activities.
• Review subsea system designs, P&IDs, and manuals.
• Collaborate with onshore teams and vendors to resolve challenges.

Skills

Remote teamwork

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Petroleum)

Tools

P&IDs

Subsea hydraulics

Instrumentation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent international Oil & Gas company, is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Subsea Field Engineer for a contract role, operating remotely with requirements for occasional on-site support. This position is responsible for providing technical expertise and support for subsea production systems, ensuring their reliable and efficient operation. The Subsea Field Engineer will play a key role in troubleshooting, maintenance planning, and performance optimization of subsea equipment. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a flexible, remote-first environment and is comfortable with occasional travel to project sites for critical interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for subsea production equipment and systems.
• Analyze operational data to identify potential issues and recommend preventative maintenance actions.
• Assist in the planning and execution of subsea field maintenance activities and interventions.
• Review and interpret subsea system designs, P&IDs, and operational manuals.
• Collaborate with onshore operations teams, engineering, and vendors to resolve technical challenges.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including reports, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support the commissioning and startup of new subsea installations.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards in all activities.
• Stay updated on subsea technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Petroleum preferred) or a relevant technical qualification.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in subsea field operations or engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong understanding of subsea equipment, including trees, manifolds, pumps, compressors, and control systems.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in subsea environments.
• Familiarity with subsea hydraulics, controls, and instrumentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required for specific interventions or support.
• Experience with remote monitoring and diagnostic tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of Upington operations or similar challenging environments is beneficial.

Benefits

This contract role offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience. As a remote-first position, it provides significant flexibility and autonomy. Opportunities to work on challenging and technologically advanced subsea projects within the Oil & Gas sector are abundant. Our client values expertise and offers a supportive environment for professionals contributing to their operational success, even when based remotely from locations like Upington, Northern Cape.