Senior Project Engineer- Cables

We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our team in one of our offices (Leer, Oslo, Zoetermeer, Aberdeen) on a staff basis. Consideration will also be given to contractors in certain circumstances/locations.

The engineering department in Seaway7 has been split in two units; The Cable Installation & Deliveries (CID) and the Project Engineering scope. The CID focuses on all operations related to cable pull-in and cable routing inside foundations and substations. The Project Engineering focuses on all operations related to that (i.e. route engineering, route clearance, cable transport, load-out, etc.).
For this applications we are looking for engineers to reinforce the CID department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on some of the world’s largest current and upcoming Offshore Windfarm projects. You will be supporting engineering scopes across Cables, Foundations and EPCI projects - with the opportunity to be involved in tendering for large scale offshore wind projects.

What will you be doing?

• Be the point of contact for all technical queries regarding cable pull-in methods and design of foundation and/or platform design.
• Review foundation or platform design for suitability of installation operations,
• Prepare and review and/or approve offshore execution procedures, including Risk Assessments.
• Prepare Task Plans and Quality Control Plans for Operations.
• Initiate HIRA’s, Quality review sessions and meetings to keep track of progress.
• Review subcontractor and client documents.
• Provide guidance to other engineers with respect to offshore installation methods.
• Plan assigned tasks and keep project team informed on progress and schedule.
• Able to work independent or under limited supervision. Discuss issues with colleagues to find workable solutions.
• Liaise with task contributors / stakeholders and participate in project meetings.
• Resolve technical queries and recommend solutions to engineering problems.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and relevant codes.
• Supervise/mentor juniors and graduates.

What experience would we like you to have?

• Once selected, started & introduced to the team, you will hit the ground running. Therefore, we are looking for experienced cable installation engineers.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience within the offshore cable installation industry. -- (European) cable installation experience would be an advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of working methods, planning and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of standards and relevant rules and regulations for the offshore industry and offshore installation projects, such as DNV and ICPC.
• Resourceful with problem-solving abilities.
• A practical approach and good communication skills
• Willingness to travel abroad to our other offices and client offices and sites. Sometimes offshore to our vessels is preferred.
• We encourage applications from those with a relevant Bachelor and/or Master degree (for example Civil Engineering, Offshore Engineering, Mechanical Engineering) and will also consider those with equivalent technical qualifications or experience