Vessel Operations Engineer

About the role

Saipem, a global engineering and construction company active in the energy and infrastructure sectors, is hiring a Vessel Operations Engineer. The engineer works within the Operation Engineering groups of the Operating Companies, reports to the group manager and is assigned to a project or a group of projects. The role bridges engineering and operation, advising the Project Manager on best practices and supporting the technical tenders.

Key responsibilities

• Provide engineering reviews, advise on best practices in tenders and projects, and support the Project Manager in achieving project objectives.
• Ensure technical integrity, compliance with estimated costs and deadlines, and adherence to QA/QC and HSE requirements.
• Support technical tenders and suggest operative solutions so that installations are performed efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Check that schedules match the vessel's current productivity and readiness, and verify that procedures are correct.
• Propose improvements based on vessel operations management suggestions and record lessons learned using the company's ICT tool.
• Take part in critical phases on board the installation vessel or in the preparation yard, and act as the reference point between engineering and operation.
• Organize risk evaluation and procedure review meetings with vessel personnel, help prepare standard methods for the vessel fleet, and fully comply with HSEQ policies.

Required profile

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Naval Engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role in Oil and Gas or construction.
• Fluent English and fluent Azerbaijani.
• Ability to define and verify the right equipment and vessel assignment during the engineering design phase.
• Ability to lead and interpret naval and structural analyses for pipeline and offshore platform installations.

Required skills

• Knowledge of standards, codes and regulations applicable to offshore structures.
• Naval and structural analysis interpretation.

What we offer

• An extendable 12-month contract-based employment.
• A benefits package including health insurance covering the employee and their dependents.
• Soft-skills development, career growth and opportunities to innovate through complex challenges.