JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is recruiting for a Lead Subsea Engineer to join the team on a contract basis to support projects within our Technical Consulting Division. This role will be based in our Staines office with some hybrid working available, on a staff or contract basis.

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.

The Role

As a Lead Subsea Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, testing, and implementation of subsea systems for offshore oil and gas projects. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to lead a team of engineers in delivering high-quality subsea solutions.

The role offers a senior position in a highly visible and motivated team, with the opportunity to be part of a group with ambitious plans for further growth.

Our Clients and Projects

It's a future for all of us. We aspire to shape a better tomorrow by unlocking solutions that address the biggest challenges facing our clients and our society.

Within Technical Consulting, our clients range from both major and independent operators of onshore oil & gas and clean energy facilities such as carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) and windfarms, through to suppliers, fabricators and EPC contractors. We execute projects from concept through detailed design, construction and commissioning on a world-wide basis. We are proud to be working on projects that support the energy transition journey, enabling a more sustainable future for us all.

What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the energy sector.

Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant.

Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.

Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business

RESPONSIBILITIES

f all of this sounds good to you, review the typical responsibilities of the role and the requirements below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood.

Typical Responsibilities

Project Leadership:

• Lead and manage a team of multi-discipline engineers throughout the entire project life cycle
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including FA, process, materials, control system engineers, to ensure seamless integration of subsea system into overall project system designs

Technical Design and Development:

• Develop conceptual, FEED and detailed engineering designs for subsea systems and collaborate in the design of subsea architecture
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, client specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations to validate the performance and reliability of subsea systems

Testing and Qualification:

• Plan and execute testing programs to validate the functionality and reliability of subsea hardware components and systems
• Work closely with testing and quality assurance teams to identify and address any issues during the testing phase

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks associated with the subsea system design and develop mitigation strategies
• Conduct risk assessments and implement measures to ensure the safety and reliability of subsea systems

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions to stakeholders through regular status updates and technical presentations

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, project managers, and clients to ensure alignment on project goals and requirements
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to address technical inquiries and provide updates on subsea hardware engineering activities

QUALIFICATIONS

You may read these details and are potentially thinking about not applying due to not having every single skill, knowledge or experience listed, and that's understandable. However, we'd still like to hear from you. At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all of the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences. So even if you feel you don't have everything listed, but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world's most critical challenges....do apply.

Expected:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Considerable previous relevant experience in Subsea Engineering with an emphasis on overall subsea architecture including the delivery of subsea development projects
• Experience in early design phases, developing subsea architecture for prospective developments, experience in design and installation of key equipment such as flowlines rigid and flexible, manifold, jumpers etc is desirable
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) with the ability to interface directly with clients and internal departments
• Excellent MS Office Suite knowledge
• Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in the UK upstream oil and gas industry.
• Chartered Engineer status desirable
• Proven ability to communicate and present at all levels
• Experience in ownership and delivery of workscopes; developing manhour budget estimates; and leading senior / project engineers
• Experience with advanced engineering solutions and use of new technologies
• Chartered engineer status is desirable

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.