Marine Installations / Project Engineer - Offshore Oil & Gas at Deep Blue Energy Services Limited

Job Summary

• We are seeking a seasoned Marine Installations / Project Engineer to support the planning and execution of complex offshore installation operations.
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the offshore oil & gas industry, with a strong background in the development of detailed marine and rigging procedures.
• This role may suit a Project Engineer with offshore construction experience or a Master Mariner who has transitioned into engineering/project roles and is highly familiar with offshore operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of installation procedures for marine operations including subsea structures, risers, mooring systems, umbilicals, topside modules, and floating assets.
• Prepare detailed rigging plans and method statements in compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and offshore best practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and HAZID/HAZOP workshops related to marine and installation activities.
• Interface with marine spread providers, vessel teams, construction crews, and client representatives to ensure smooth execution of offshore campaigns.
• Define equipment requirements including rigging gear, lifting appliances, deck layouts, and sea fastening arrangements.
• Prepare and review installation drawings, load out plans, tow-out procedures, dynamic positioning (DP) assessments, and motion analyses.
• Coordinate marine operations from planning through execution, including support during load out, transportation, and offshore installation.
• Contribute to logistics planning, scheduling, interface management, and marine assurance processes.
• Ensure all procedures are compliant with industry standards (IMCA, DNV, API, ISO, etc.), classification society requirements, and internal QA/HSE policies.
• Support the review and red line of contractor procedures and provide technical input during project execution and close-out.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Marine, Naval Architecture, or related discipline) OR Certificate of Competency as Master Mariner (STCW II/2) with engineering project experience
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in offshore oil & gas installation projects
• Proven track record in preparing offshore installation and rigging procedures
• Strong understanding of marine operations, lifting techniques, hydrodynamic forces, and vessel behavior
• Familiarity with offshore construction equipment (e.g., A-frames, cranes, winches, lifting beams, subsea deployment systems)
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to read and interpret CAD drawings (experience with AutoCAD or Navisworks is an advantage)
• Experience working with or supervising marine spreads such as DSVs, construction vessels, pipelay vessels, and anchor handlers.

Key Competencies:

• Strong organizational and procedural writing skills
• Excellent understanding of offshore installation safety principles and practices
• Clear communicator with ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and vessel crews
• Proactive problem solver with ability to adapt to changing site conditions
• High attention to detail, quality assurance, and operational risk awareness.

Desirable (Optional but Preferred):

• Offshore survival and medical certifications (e.g., BOSIET, HUET)
• Familiarity with offshore project execution in West Africa or similar regional environments.