Subsea Pipeline Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance and退休等

Relocation assistance to PortElizabeth

State-of-the-art engineering tools

Hybrid work model

Generous annual leave

International project exposure

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a global offshore energy leader, seeks a Subsea Pipeline Engineer in Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on design, analysis, installation, and integrity management of subsea pipelines in a challenging offshore environment.

You will conduct advanced analyses, review technical drawings, and support offshore campaigns, while ensuring compliance with DNV/API and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Hybrid work with international project exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Naval Architecture.
• 7+ years of subsea pipeline engineering experience in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency in Orcaflex, SACS and Flexcom for design/analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design calculations for subsea pipelines (route, wall thickness, trenching).
• Conduct stress, fatigue, and pipeline–seabed interaction analyses.
• Develop and review drawings, specifications, and installation procedures.
• Oversee offshore pipeline installation campaigns and provide technical support.
• Develop subsea pipeline integrity management strategies and maintenance plans.
• Ensure compliance with DNV, API and relevant standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, subsea engineers, and marine operations.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors for fabrication/installation.
• Participate in HAZID/HAZOP studies; troubleshoot operational issues.

Skills

Fluid-structure interaction

Hydrodynamics

Seabed geotechnics

Analytical skills

Communication

Report writing

Project execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Orcaflex

SACS

Flexcom

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in offshore energy infrastructure, is seeking a skilled Subsea Pipeline Engineer to contribute to their significant projects. This position is based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape , and adopts a hybrid working model, allowing for a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility. You will be responsible for the design, analysis, installation, and integrity management of subsea pipeline systems, ensuring their safety, reliability, and efficiency. This role requires a strong foundation in structural mechanics, fluid dynamics, and materials science, applied specifically to the challenging subsea environment within the Oil & Gas industry. The successful candidate will be pivotal in delivering complex subsea projects and maintaining the highest standards of engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design calculations for subsea pipelines, including route selection, wall thickness, and trenching requirements.
• Conduct advanced analysis, such as stress analysis, fatigue analysis, and pipeline-seabed interaction.
• Develop and review engineering drawings, specifications, and installation procedures.
• Oversee and provide technical support during offshore pipeline installation campaigns.
• Develop and implement subsea pipeline integrity management strategies, including inspection and maintenance plans.
• Ensure compliance with relevant international codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., DNV, API).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, subsea engineers, and marine operations.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors involved in pipeline fabrication and installation.
• Participate in HAZID and HAZOP studies related to subsea pipeline systems.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and provide technical solutions for existing pipeline infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Naval Architecture.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in subsea pipeline engineering within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Proficiency in pipeline design and analysis software (e.g., Orcaflex, SACS, Flexcom).
• Strong understanding of fluid-structure interaction, hydrodynamics, and seabed geotechnics.
• Knowledge of materials used in subsea pipelines and their corrosion properties.
• Experience with pipeline installation methods and equipment.
• Familiarity with subsea integrity management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project execution skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a hybrid work environment and travel occasionally.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package and potential for project bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.
• Hybrid work model combining office-based and remote work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and international project exposure.
• Relocation assistance for candidates relocating to Port Elizabeth.
• Access to state-of-the-art engineering tools and technologies.
• Contribution to significant offshore energy projects.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.