Location : Offshore / Construction Vessel / Office / Fabrication Yard (rotational)
Reports To : Offshore Installation Manager / Lead Field Engineer
Department : Offshore Construction / Marine Operations
Role Summary
The Field Installation Engineer is responsible for providing on-site engineering and technical support during offshore installation campaigns. Working closely with the offshore construction team, vessel crew, and onshore engineering group, the role ensures that all installation activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with approved procedures, project specifications, and HSE standards. This position acts as the key interface between the offshore execution team and the onshore engineering office, translating engineering design into practical, safe, and effective offshore operations.
Key Responsibilities
Offshore Execution & Supervision
- Supervise and support offshore installation operations (pipelines, subsea structures, risers, umbilicals, and heavy lifts).
- Ensure all activities are performed in accordance with approved installation procedures, risk assessments, and method statements.
- Coordinate with vessel master, deck foremen, and construction crew to ensure efficient task execution.
- Review real-time progress and report deviations or technical issues to onshore engineering teams.
- Conduct and participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, and pre-task safety meetings.
Technical & Engineering Support
Provide immediate technical solutions to operational challenges during offshore activities.Validate engineering drawings, rigging plans, and equipment setups prior to execution.Assist in maintaining as-built records, daily progress logs, and equipment usage reports.Support testing, commissioning, and subsea survey operations when required.Interface & Communication
Act as the main liaison between offshore operations and onshore installation engineering teams.Communicate daily progress, technical issues, and potential optimizations to the Lead Installation Engineer.Coordinate with client representatives, MWS, and HSE personnel onboard for operational approvals.HSE & Quality
Ensure strict adherence to company and client HSE procedures and best practices.Promote a proactive safety culture during all offshore activities.Participate in incident investigations and lessons learned sessions.Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Marine, Offshore, Structural, Subsea, or related engineering discipline (or equivalent).5-7+ years of experience in offshore installation, construction, or subsea operations.Previous exposure to field engineering roles on installation or construction vessels preferred.Good understanding of offshore construction methods (pipelay, heavy lift, SURF, subsea structures, or cable installation).Familiarity with rigging, lifting, and marine operations.Proficiency with engineering and CAD tools (Orcaflex, AutoCAD, SACS, etc.) desirable.Valid offshore survival (BOSIET / FOET), offshore medical, and HUET certifications.Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.Willingness to work offshore on a rotational schedule.Daily offshore activity reports and as-built documentation.Confirmation of work execution in line with approved procedures.Real-time technical support and operational decision-making.Contributions to project close-out and lessons-learned documentation.#J-18808-Ljbffr
