Offshore Operations Engineer

Purpose of the position

Reporting the Project Operation Manager, the primary mission of the Operation Engineer is to lead the readiness for the vessel operations and be the project representative on board the vessel.

Responsibilities

• Review the engineering and planning of the job in order to ensure the job is executed in a safe manner in line with Saipem’s LiHS program which emphasizes that we are all responsible to act as leaders in matters of Health and Safety.
• Cook up the general preparation and related interfaces with all the departments related to his scope (engineering, installation engineering, procurement, post order services and assets).
• Follow-up the procurement & logistics of installation aids.
• Lead the subcontracting activities (i.e. survey & positioning, ROV services, NDT, diving, pre-commissioning, etc. as applicable) associated with the construction vessel.
• Interface with procurement / fabrication departments for the delivery of incorporated items on the offshore site and in particular, to take care of transportation vessels preparation associated with the cargo to be provided to the construction vessel.
• Lead the installation vessel(s) qualification(s) towards the client.
• Lead the installation vessel project HR preparation.
• Lead the installation vessel equipment preparation.
• Lead the mobilization / demobilization preparation of the installation vessel.
• Attend fabrication facilities to ensure readiness for transportation to site of fabricated items
• Coordinate the offshore operation on board the installation vessel as project representative on board.
• Compile all the required information as per the project requirements for the project close-out and, in particular, close out of the invoicing process and return of experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Structural or Civil Engineering
• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the oil & gas industry
• Languages: English
• Technical Skills:
  • Familiar with industry codes and standards applicable to offshore Oil & Gas facilities design, construction and Installation
  • Knowledgeable in various offshore pipeline and/or heavy lift installation techniques and understanding installation factors and criteria which might affect the design, costs and schedule for development of offshore oil fields.
  • Experience on site at shore base facilities, fabrication yards, and offshore vessels as well as site preparation experience is a plus.
  • Previous experience working on clients operating offshore installation is a plus

What else should you know?

You will have the opportunity to travel abroad based on the projects you will work on and within your assigned scope of responsibilities.

Working Conditions

• Office Environment, Houston, TX - plus offshore rotations and site visits on as required

What we can offer to you

• Full time permanent contract
• Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurances, retirement plans, health & wellness benefits, Paid time off (PTO).
• Hybrid working model: Smart Working options and flexible hours to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
• Our One Saipem Way soft skills model leverages on skills development, career growth, opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration to achieve common goals.
• Location: Houston, Texas

Additional Information

We support your development! Do you feel you might not fit this role perfectly? If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, don’t hesitate to apply anyway through our spontaneous application form!

We embrace diversity! At Saipem, we believe that innovation thrives through diversity. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive our progress.

Safety and Sustainability matter to us! Operating in difficult and at times extreme situations, the focus is always on the health and safety of people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem.

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