Hybrid Lead Subsea Controls Engineer

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• Job title: Lead Subsea Controls Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Houston, United States

About the role

• Subsea Controls Engineer managing client projects with focus on subsea controls. Ensuring compliance and providing technical support at the Houston office.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the objectives of the Subsea Controls Group and its Customers are performed to an expected high standard.
• Ensure that specific work tasks are performed safely, effectively and in compliance with specified objectives.
• Provide a technical focal point for the Customer, Subsea Contractor(s), Suppliers / Vendors and other internal departments.
• Directing and assisting with Concept, PreFEED, FEED and detailed engineering.
• Estimate costs and timing to bring the project to execution.
• Directing and assisting with ensuring project compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Developing and/or reviewing topsides integration schematics, subsea distribution drawings, and other specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, other disciplines will be considered with relevant experience
• 15-20 years experience as a subsea controls engineer
• Willingness to travel to Operator or Supplier site and offshore
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) with the ability to interface directly with clients, interface with internal departments and manage vendors
• Strong time-management and organizational skills
• Excellent MS Office Suite knowledge
• Proficient in industrial control systems (MCSs, PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, etc.)
• Experience programming, testing and troubleshooting MCS software
• Knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, CANBUS, Ethernet / IP)
• Knowledge of subsea leak detection technology and methods
• Broad knowledge of industry standards, best practices and related work processes
• Ability to adapt to tight deadlines and frequent changes in priorities.

Benefits

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across our technical consulting sector.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
• 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.