At Subsea 7, we take pride in being recognised globally as a leader across the energy industry. For 5 decades our people have delivered over 1000 projects in all water depths across our energy hubs and we continue to do so, adapting and evolving in an ever-changing world.
Our success and sustainability are only made possible by continuing to develop our assets and technology through innovation and collaboration and importantly through the development and diversity of our people who every day ‘Make Incredible things Happen’ at Subsea 7.
Subsea 7 are committed to creating a diverse workforce and we look to offer excellent career opportunities as well providing a wide range benefits and a flexible working environment. All personnel are expected to contribute to creating a positive HSEQ culture within Subsea 7 and ensure familiarity with and adherence to local HSEQ codes and practices.
Subsea 7 are now seeking a dedicated and driven individual to join our Rigid Pipeline Design discipline in Sutton (UK), which is part of the Design & Analysis department of the Global Project Centre & Asia Pacific business unit.
The level I or level II engineer will contribute to the in-place design of subsea rigid pipelines, for tenders, FEEDs and EPCIs, as well as to discipline activities such as continuous improvements and technology developments.
Key Responsibilities & Activities
- Provide skills in key areas of subsea rigid pipeline/spool engineering, in accordance with client’s specifications / scope of work, design codes and Subsea 7 guidelines, including but not limited to:
- field layout / routing design
- mechanical design
- thermomechanical design
- engineering of stabilisation, freespanning, lateral buckling and walking mitigation/control measures
- post-lay assessments
- Perform rigid pipeline/spool in-place design calculations and analyses.
- Contribute to producing material take-off, design reports, technical notes, engineering drawings (in collaboration with draftsmen), design review slide packs, technical scope of work, technical queries, deviation requests, risk assessments etc., for tenders, FEEDs and EPCIs.
- Take ownership of, organise and prioritise allocated tasks.
- Manage time constraints to meet deadlines.
- Participate in rigid pipeline project team and discipline meetings.
- Report to project lead engineer and discipline manager.
- Ensure implementation of Subsea 7 guidelines, best practices, processes, project experience and lessons learnt.
- Contribute to discipline developments such as engineering tools, continuous improvements and technology developments.
- Actively participate in training and pursue continuing professional development.
Essential Education, Skills & Experience
- Degree in a STEM subject.
- Professional experience. The role would suit a candidate from a range of backgrounds such as onshore or offshore pipeline engineering, subsea/offshore engineering, mechanical or structural engineering, finite element analysis or relevant PhD.
- Sound communication skills in English, both verbal and written
- Ability to:
- present self in a professional manner appropriate to the role
- organise, prioritise and deliver allocated tasks to meet deadlines
- deliver under pressure and adapt to changing requirements
- work effectively and collaborate within a team
- build and maintain strong professional relationships at all levels
Desirable Education, Skills & Experience
- MSc or PhD in a STEM subject
- Engineering experience within the subsea energy industry
- Knowledge of subsea pipeline design and/or finite element analysis
- Knowledge of Abaqus / FEA
- Knowledge of VBA and/or Python
- Membership with a relevant professional engineering institution (e.g. IMechE, ICE etc.)