Subsea Systems & Controls Engineer

Subsea Systems & Controls Engineer

Houston, TX, United States

(Hybrid)

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Job Description

Wood is currently searching for a Subsea Systems & Controls Engineer with fifteen(15)+ years experience in subsea systems and controls design and delivery, to work on various projects for the Subsea Controls group in Houston, TX office.  This will be an on-call as needed, contract position, expected to last 12 months. 
Their primary function is to ensure that the objectives of the Subsea Controls Group and its Customers are performed to an expected high standard and that specific work tasks are performed safely, effectively and in compliance with their specified objectives.  The Subsea Systems & Controls Engineer shall be conversant in subsea production operations, umbilical and control system design, manufacturing, testing and installation, and provide a technical focal point for the Customer, Subsea Contractor(s), Suppliers / Vendors and other internal departments.

Responsibilities

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
Directing and assisting with the development of specification and selection of subsea control systems and distribution equipment (SUTA, SDU, EFL, STFL, etc.)
Directing and assisting with the development of specification and selection of umbilical systems 
Directing and assisting in development of testing, installation, operation and maintenance procedures
Developing and/or reviewing topsides integration schematics
Developing and/or reviewing subsea distribution drawings
Developing and/or reviewing subsea electrical, fiber, hydraulic and chemical schematics
Developing and/or reviewing interlocks, and programming cause and effect spreadsheets
Developing and/or reviewing alarm rationalization manual
Witnessing hardware FATs and Subsea Software FATs
Risk assessment and HAZID responsibilities
Progress reporting and monitoring responsibilities
Acting as a Customer Site (Engineering) Representative as may be required
Assist with training new engineers
Contribute to lesson learned exercises

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, other disciplines will be considered with relevant experience
15+ years experience as a subsea controls, or umbilical engineer; 
Willingness to travel to Operator or Supplier site and offshore if required
Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) with the ability to interface directly with clients and internal departments
Strong time-management and organizational skills
Excellent MS Office Suite knowledge
Must be a US citizen or be authorized to work lawfully in the US, without sponsorship from Wood

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.