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Orion Group

Houston, TX About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Offshore Field Engineer to join a major offshore decommissioning project in the Gulf of Mexico. This role is ideal for ...

Orion Group

$89K - $118K/yr

S. offshore regulatory frameworks (BSEE, BOEM, USCG). Subsea Decommissioning & Removal Engineering * Lead engineering for subsea decommissioning including cutting, recovery, flushing, purging ...

Airswift

Lead SURF Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

The position focuses on SURF engineering, subsea decommissioning and offshore execution support, with close interaction across structural, marine, wells, construction, SSU and regulatory teams. This ...

Worley

Offshore Field Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in ... Role Summary The Offshore Field Engineer provides on-site technical, coordination, and execution ...

EnSiteUSA

Lead Electrical Engineer

Lexington, KY · On-site

$146K - $153K/yr

... offshore decommissioning activities, including API, NEC, and NEMA requirements. • Willingness to travel to project sites as needed to support engineering activities and project execution. *This ...

EnSiteUSA

Lead Electrical Engineer

Lexington, KY · On-site

$146K - $153K/yr

Familiarity with industry regulations and standards governing offshore decommissioning activities, including API, NEC, and NEMA requirements. Willingness to travel to project sites as needed to ...

EnSiteUSA

Lead Electrical Engineer

Lexington, KY · On-site

$146K - $153K/yr

Familiarity with industry regulations and standards governing offshore decommissioning activities, including API, NEC, and NEMA requirements. Willingness to travel to project sites as needed to ...

Worley

Lead SURF Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

S. offshore regulatory frameworks (BSEE, BOEM, USCG). Subsea Decommissioning & Removal Engineering * Lead engineering for subsea decommissioning including cutting, recovery, flushing, purging ...

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How much do offshore decommissioning jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for offshore decommissioning in the United States is $62.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $73.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced in offshore decommissioning projects?

Professionals in Offshore Decommissioning frequently encounter challenges such as complex logistics, strict environmental regulations, and variable weather conditions that can impact project timelines. Navigating aging infrastructure and unforeseen technical issues often requires creative problem-solving and close collaboration with engineering, environmental, and safety teams. Adapting project plans in real-time and maintaining rigorous safety standards are key parts of the role. These challenges make the work dynamic and require a proactive, flexible approach to ensure safe and compliant decommissioning of offshore structures.

What is an offshore decommissioning?

An Offshore Decommissioning job involves the safe removal, disposal, or repurposing of offshore oil and gas infrastructure once it reaches the end of its operational life. This includes dismantling platforms, pipelines, and subsea structures while ensuring minimal environmental impact and compliance with regulations. Professionals in this field work in project management, engineering, logistics, and environmental remediation. The job requires coordination between multiple stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, contractors, and environmental agencies.

What skills and qualifications are needed for offshore decommissioning?

Success in Offshore Decommissioning requires a strong background in engineering, project management, and a solid understanding of offshore structures and regulatory compliance, often supported by a relevant degree such as mechanical, civil, or petroleum engineering. Familiarity with decommissioning planning software, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and certifications like OPITO and BOSIET is typically necessary. Effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help professionals coordinate multidisciplinary teams and adapt to changing site conditions. These abilities are vital to ensure safety, regulatory adherence, and cost-effective project delivery in complex offshore environments.

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Offshore Field Engineer

Orion Group

On-site

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Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Offshore Field Engineer
Location: Houston, TX
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Offshore Field Engineer to join a major offshore decommissioning project in the Gulf of Mexico. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working at the forefront of offshore operations, providing technical support during critical execution activities while acting as the key link between onshore engineering teams and offshore personnel.
You will play a vital role in ensuring offshore work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering documentation, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide real-time engineering support to offshore supervisors, vessel crews, construction teams, and subsea contractors.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, work packs, lifting plans, cutting plans, and offshore procedures to ensure successful execution.
  • Verify offshore equipment, rigging, tools, consumables, and materials are fit for purpose and ready for deployment.
  • Support offshore activities including heavy lifts, subsea retrievals, pipeline and umbilical operations, mechanical disconnections, and deck operations.
  • Monitor offshore execution to ensure work is completed safely, in the correct sequence, and in line with engineering requirements.
  • Validate work packs, permits, checklists, and readiness documentation before execution.
  • Capture field observations, deviations, redlines, and engineering queries to support continuous improvement and change management.
  • Produce daily offshore progress reports, documenting weather impacts, resource utilisation, delays, and technical issues.
  • Act as the technical liaison between offshore operations and onshore engineering, marine coordination, project management, and subcontractors.
  • Promote the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and quality throughout offshore operations.

To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • A degree in Mechanical, Structural, Marine, Subsea Engineering, or a related discipline, or significant equivalent offshore technical experience.
  • Proven offshore engineering or construction experience within decommissioning, subsea, marine, or heavy-lift projects.
  • Strong knowledge of offshore work packs, lifting operations, vessel activities, subsea recovery, and pipeline or umbilical operations.
  • Experience working within complex offshore execution environments and coordinating multiple disciplines.
  • Familiarity with SIMOPS, offshore safety systems, and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to solve problems and make sound technical decisions in dynamic offshore environments.
What's on Offer
  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile offshore decommissioning project.
  • Challenging and technically diverse offshore assignments.
  • Collaborative project environment working alongside experienced engineering and offshore operations teams.
  • Competitive remuneration package.
If you have a strong offshore engineering background and are looking for your next challenge supporting complex decommissioning operations, we'd love to hear from you.
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