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At Subsea7, we are looking for people who think differently. We want people who can bring new ideas and who are willing to take on challenges that will enable us to make a positive impact on a global stage. 

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Title:  Subsea Installation Lead

Location: 

Dubai, AE

Job Closing Date:  05 Sep 2025

What will you be doing?

OVERVIEW OF ROLE

 

Subsea7 is hiring Lead and Senior Installation Engineers to join our Engineering hub based in Dubai.

The requirement is to produce detailed Installation Engineering Procedure or Document to deliver transportation and installation scopes, while also managing aspects of product design and Vendor documentation including interface with Vendor and SCM. Plan, detail and review technical documentation relating to subsea installation works like pipeline installation, crossings, spools, subsea structures, riser installation and flexible/cable installation works (or other soft products), subsea hardware and topside interface.

Work may include supporting studies, tenders as well as live projects. Lead Engineers may be technical specialists within a specific discipline and support the knowledge management and technology initiatives relating to the discipline. Work may be carried out onshore or offshore, depending upon the discipline in question.

•    Interface with project team, engineering teams and SCM
•    Support the selection of associated vendors relevant to the scope through technical bid evaluation.
•    Plan, detail and develop technical documentation relating to subsea installation and topside interface.
•    Undertake and check others’ analysis, design and engineering activities associated with subsea installation works.
•    Ensure design and detailing in accordance with acknowledged industry Codes, Standards and Design Guides (e.g., DNV-ST-F101, DNVGL-ST-N001 etc.); Client Specifications and Scopes of Work, and Subsea 7 internal standard (BMS)
•    Production and checking of design documentation including feasibility reports, detailed in-place design reports, specifications, material take-offs, etc.
•    Be aware of the Overall project / Tender planning and responsible for the planning of his / her Scope of Work.
•    Develop and organize constructability sessions including all relevant stakeholders.
•    Ensure progress and compliance of the supplier in close interface with SCM function
•    Follow-up on detail engineering activities, fabrications, and testing
•    Lead member of Installation engineering team within projects, tenders and/ or within a discipline. May direct small teams related to his/her scope.
•    Under limited supervision, independently evaluates, organizes and prioritizes work.
•    Involved in the conceptual and detailed Offshore Installation Engineering studies,
•    Ensure risk assessments are carried out for all planned works including all relevant parties and authorities (internally and externally)
•    Ensure work permits required for execution of work are identified and adequate coverage is in place during the execution phase.
•    Ensure full traceability of the technical development of the assigned scope throughout the life of the project,
•    Support Engineering Manager for external and internal interfaces (external: Clients, Subcontractors; Internal: other Disciplines, i.e. Operation, Analysis, Designer, HSE, SCM)
•    Working with Analytical, detail engineering and/or Structure Team in designing installation aids and other equipment required for use offshore/onshore to support installation activities. 
•    Provides support to Offshore Installation Engineering Team during project operation,
•    Participate actively in engineers training and development, 
•    Participate actively in the Installation Project Engineering Discipline/department know-how consolidation,
•    Proposes safe and innovative solutions allowing cost & risks reduction.
•    Understand Supply Chain Management processes, key SCM commodity strategies, and project risk assessment/ mitigation processes.

What experience would we like you to have?

 

PERSON SPECIFICATION

 

•    Ability to work independently within installation engineering projects.
•    Ability to participate in the interfaces within a project structure, including other disciplines, drawing office, document control, project management, client and suppliers.
•    Demonstrable ability to work within time/budget constraints.
•    Ability to guide and Mentor graduates and junior engineers.
•    Offshore Experience in Installation of Spools, risers, crossings, cables/flexibles 
•    Experience on ARAMCO or Qatar projects
•    Preferably have installation analyses knowledge
•    Bachelor’s degree or master’s in relevant engineering discipline, 
•    More than 12 years of overall working experience in oil and gas industry.
•    Minimum 3 years of experience of leading subsea installation scopes. 
•    Able to travel to either onshore or offshore sites when required 
•    Able to work extended hours occasionally to meet job / project requirement

 

 

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An environment where you can thrive 
We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success. 

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision-making and introduces new ways of thinking. 

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together. 

What happens next? 
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•    Make sure your CV is up-to-date and highlights the transferable skills and experience you can bring to this role. 
•    We would encourage you to include a cover letter as part of your application. It’s your chance to tell us why you would be a brilliant addition to our team. 
•    Take your time with your application and check there are no errors before final submission  
 
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