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Saipem

Offshore Structural Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As Offshore Structural Engineer, you will respond to the Offshore Structural Lead and be part of ... Interface with other Project Specialists (installation, geotechnical, flowline, subsea equipment ...

Saipem

Offshore Operations Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$66K - $89K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... and offshore projects worldwide. Driven by technological innovation as "One Company", our 30,000 ... Lead the installation vessel project HR preparation. * Lead the installation vessel equipment ...

TechnipFMC plc

Lead Installation Engineer

Houston, TX

$22.50 - $30.25/hr

Bachelor's of Science (BSc) degree or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline 8+ Years experience in offshore installation engineering Multidisciplinary project experience Strong technical ...

Morrison Energy

Tower Operator

Houma, LA · On-site

Coordinates barge placement with tugs for anchoring positioning pipe lay barge for offshore installation. * Must have the ability to understand and navigate using nautical survey maps and sensor ...

Morrison

Tower Operator

Houma, LA · On-site

Coordinates barge placement with tugs for anchoring positioning pipe lay barge for offshore installation. * Must have the ability to understand and navigate using nautical survey maps and sensor ...

Morrison Energy

Tower Operator

Houma, LA · On-site

Coordinates barge placement with tugs for anchoring positioning pipe lay barge for offshore installation. * Must have the ability to understand and navigate using nautical survey maps and sensor ...

Subsea7

Engineer Level II - Pre Comm

Houston, TX · On-site

Overseas travel during engineering and offshore installation phases, as required What experience would we like you to have? * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Naval Architecture or Ocean ...

Subsea7

Engineer Level II - Pre Comm

Houston, TX · On-site

Overseas travel during engineering and offshore installation phases, as required What experience would we like you to have? * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Naval Architecture or Ocean ...

TechnipFMC plc

Lead Installation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Bachelor's of Science (BSc) degree or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline 8+ Years experience in offshore installation engineering Multidisciplinary project experience Strong technical ...

Subsea7

Designer Level II

Houston, TX · On-site

$104K/yr

Prepare offshore installation method sketches, rigging & Seafastening drawings. * Creating concise models using AutoCAD, Inventor or Civil 3D to aid in the development of concepts * Produce accurate ...

Seatrium

Quality Control Engineer

Houston, TX

The QC Engineer will oversee quality control processes across various stages of the project lifecycle, from procurement and fabrication to offshore installation and commissioning. * Responsible for ...

Cactus Wellhead, LLC

Participate in preparation of Installation procedures and Stack-up Testing programs. * Ensure the Daily Operation Report is updated and handover to relevant offshore personnel * Make sure relevant ...

Subsea7

Designer Level II

Houston, TX · On-site

$104K/yr

Prepare offshore installation method sketches, rigging & Seafastening drawings. * Creating concise models using AutoCAD, Inventor or Civil 3D to aid in the development of concepts * Produce accurate ...

Allison Offshore Services

Offshore Nav Aid Tech

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$13.25 - $18.50/hr

Nav Aid Tech Experience: 1+ years as an Offshore Navigation Tech REQUIRED About Bronco Energy ... Installation & Commissioning: Installing new navigation and communication systems, including marine ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for offshore installation in the United States is $27.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an offshore installation?

An offshore installation refers to structures and facilities located at sea, typically used for extracting oil and gas, generating wind energy, or supporting maritime operations. These installations include oil rigs, production platforms, wind turbines, and accommodation platforms. They are engineered to withstand harsh marine conditions and are often located far from shore, requiring specialized staff, equipment, and safety measures. Offshore installations play a crucial role in the global energy and resource sectors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an offshore installation technician?

To thrive as an Offshore Installation Technician, you need strong mechanical and technical skills, knowledge of safety protocols, and relevant vocational training or certifications such as BOSIET and OGUK medical. Familiarity with industry-standard tools, heavy machinery, and specialized systems like SCADA or PLCs is typically required. Problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient operations in challenging offshore environments, minimizing risks and maximizing productivity.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in offshore installation roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in offshore installation roles often encounter challenges such as harsh weather conditions, extended periods away from home, and the need for strict adherence to safety protocols. Effective communication and teamwork are crucial due to the collaborative nature of installation projects, which usually involve multidisciplinary teams. To address these challenges, many companies provide comprehensive safety training, robust support systems for mental well-being, and structured shift rotations to help manage work-life balance. Adapting quickly to changing conditions and staying updated with the latest industry standards also contribute to success in this field.

What is the difference between Offshore Installation vs Offshore Maintenance Technician?

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CertificationsBasic safety, HSE, and industry-specific certificationsSafety, technical, and equipment-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, new installations, and platform setupOperational platforms, ongoing equipment maintenance
Industry UsageUsed during initial setup and major upgradesPerformed regularly for equipment upkeep and repairs

Offshore Installation professionals focus on setting up and installing equipment on offshore platforms, often during initial construction or major upgrades. In contrast, Offshore Maintenance Technicians perform routine repairs and maintenance to ensure continuous operation. Both roles require safety certifications and work in offshore environments, but their responsibilities differ based on project phase and ongoing operational needs.

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Offshore Structural Engineer

Saipem

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Company description:
Join Saipem and engineer a sustainable future.
We are a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. Driven by technological innovation as "One Company", our 30,000 people from over 130 nationalities in more than 50 countries work every day to enable the energy transition toward Net Zero. At Saipem, your expertise helps shape the future globally for environmental sustainability.
Purpose of the position: As Offshore Structural Engineer, you will respond to the Offshore Structural Lead and be part of the Asset Based Business Line within the Engineering function. You will support the ongoing EPCI projects that Saipem has in the Americas region performing structural calculations, design for lifting and rigging, and seafastening.
How can you support us? Here below your responsibilities:
  • In charge of the design of incorporated subsea structures and/or associated installation aids and sea-fastening, for deepwater and shallow water field development.
  • Perform technical tasks assigned by the Subsea Structural Lead such as structural analyses, calculations, design, verification or study activities, specification/requisition writing.
  • Provide data to Designers to allow the creation of 3D and 2D design drawings. Review the design drawings.
  • Interface with other Project Specialists (installation, geotechnical, flowline, subsea equipment, fabrication, etc.) and Designers.
  • Cumulate an experience about the design limitation and constraint imposed by offshore installation and related vessels.
  • Provide support to the Subsea Structural lead for coordination and review of technical activities performed inside or outside Saipem.
  • Participate and contribute to:
    • Project progress meeting,
    • Engineering coordination meetings
    • Interface meetings with Client, other Contractors and Sub-Contractors
    • Technical review meeting (concerning Procurement, Engineering, Fabrication, Operation, Interface)
    • HSE meetings
    • Risk Assessment
  • Design structural systems and components, pursuing objectives of robust engineering and design optimization in term of costs, fabrication simplicity, constructability and safety, in particular
  • Select the most relevant design loads and boundary condition to maximize the installation and in-place acceptable configurations, even unexpected, but always reasonably
  • Check the selected design comply with all the structure functionalities, including constructability and offshore installability constraints
  • Select the profiles and materials as standard as possible to simplify the procurement. Local procurement can be a constraint if requested by the project
  • Check the permanent structures are sufficiently reliable for a long time, without maintenance during the subsea field life.
  • Particularly considering need of redundancy, high reliability, as well as corrosion and fatigue aspect
  • Check that the installation aids are focused on the operational practicality and on the safety of workers
  • For permanent structure, liaise with other Project discipline team (offshore installation, geotechnical, flowline, subsea equipment, fabrication, material, etc.), whenever required for a proper completion of the work assigned, particularly to obtain the confirmation of the preliminary load cases or fabrication assumption considered at start of the project
  • For installation aids structure, liaise with Installation method team in order to clarify the functional scope of work used as basis and to define the technical structural solution
  • Carry out/Check/Supervise structural analyses. Particularly, define own load and boundary condition assumption, as well as the good level of modelization (hand calculation, beam model, FEA model), sufficient to provide the demonstration of the structure capacity
  • Use the industry calculation software following the user manual, for a good selection and application of the numerical tools Interface with Designer to Provide data necessary for the creation of 3D and 2D design drawings (including geometrical, material, welding, tolerance and functional data). Supervise/Approve steel structures design drawings
  • Review Client technical documentation and requirements. Answers to the Client comments
  • Contribute to define structural design premises
  • Write design reports and calculation notes
  • Supervise setting up of bill of quantities or material take off (MTO)

What are we looking for?
Education: Master's Degree/bachelor's degree in Engineering (mechanical or civil)
Experience: 3-5 years as a structural engineer within Offshore Oil and Gas / Wind industries
Languages: English
Technical Skills: see above
IT Skills: Knowledge of FEA suites (SACS, and ABAQUS or ANSYS) and CAD (Autocad, Inventor or Solidworks)
What else should you know? You will have the opportunity to travel abroad based on the projects you will work for and within the scope assigned.
What can we offer to you:
  • Permanent Contract
  • Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, health & wellness benefits, Paid time off (PTO).
  • Hybrid working model: Remote Working (2 days per week) options and flexible hours to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
  • Our One Saipem Way soft skills model leverages on skills development, career growth, opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration to achieve common goals.
  • Location: Houston, TX USA

Additional Information
We support your development! Do you feel you might not fit this role perfectly? If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, don't hesitate to apply anyway through our spontaneous application form !
We embrace diversity! At Saipem, we believe that innovation thrives through diversity. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive our progress.
Safety and Sustainability matter to us! Operating in difficult and at times extreme situations, the focus is always on the health and safety of people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem.
Find out more on our career page here
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