Subsea Engineer

Wood is currently recruiting for a Subsea Engineer to join our Technical Consulting team in Baku, Azerbaijan. The successful candidate will support the delivery of offshore and subsea engineering projects, contributing to the design, analysis, installation, and integrity management of subsea systems for the energy sector.

• As a Subsea Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, analysis, installation, and lifecycle management of subsea systems and offshore infrastructure. You will support the execution of a wide range of subsea projects, including pipelines, risers, umbilicals, subsea structures, and associated equipment, ensuring compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the successful delivery of technically challenging projects from concept development through detailed engineering, installation, commissioning, and operational support. Project Delivery
• Support the execution of subsea engineering projects from concept selection through detailed design and offshore installation.
• Assist with the preparation of project deliverables, schedules, budgets, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including pipeline, structural, installation, geotechnical, and flow assurance engineers.
• Participate in risk assessments, technical reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, and design verification activities.

Responsibilities

Subsea Engineering & Design

• Perform engineering analyses and calculations related to subsea pipelines, risers, umbilicals, and subsea structures.
• Support feasibility studies, concept evaluations, and detailed engineering design activities.
• Contribute to subsea equipment selection, material specification, and integrity management assessments.
• Assist in pipeline routing studies, installation analyses, and subsea system optimization.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.

Offshore Installation & Operations Support

• Provide engineering support during fabrication, installation, testing, commissioning, and operational phases.
• Interface with offshore installation contractors and project stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Support troubleshooting activities and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable industry standards, codes, regulations, and client requirements.
• Participate in audits, reviews, and technical assurance processes.
• Promote Wood's commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3+ years of subsea, offshore, or pipeline engineering experience within the oil & gas or energy sector.
• Knowledge of subsea engineering principles, offshore installation methods, and subsea production systems.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and design codes (API, DNV, ISO).
• Experience with engineering software such as OrcaFlex, AutoPIPE, Abaqus, Caesar II, ANSYS, or similar analysis tools.
• Understanding of subsea pipelines, risers, umbilicals, subsea structures, and integrity management processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and international project teams.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.