Offshore Project Engineer

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. 

In your job you will work for the offshore energy division. Boskalis has one of the largest global fleets of specialized offshore vessels, allowing us to carry out a broad range of offshore activities. We provide innovative and sustainable all-round solutions to tackle major worldwide maritime challenges. Our Offshore Energy division supports sustainable energy solutions such as wind energy as well as traditional fossil facilities. We’re involved in the entire journey from developing and transporting to maintaining and decommissioning these facilities.

Make your mark as Offshore Project Engineer for Boskalis Subsea Services located offshore and onshore when required.  You will be focal point for the mobilisation and demobilisations, you will also work in conjunction with the onshore Remote Operations Centre (ROC) during offshore execution phase.  You have a combined role;

• Focal point for mobilisations and de-mobilisations.
• Fulfil project engineer duties.
• Provide onshore support to projects/initiatives if/as required

Your responsibilities as Offshore Project Engineer:

The main responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Provide leadership during mobilisations and demobilisations to ensure that the activities are delivered safely and efficiently in accordance with approved deck plans or as amended where necessary through the Management of Change process.
• Ensure deck plans, lift plans, and mobilisation plans are received and reviewed prior to Mobilisation.
• Verify that all project equipment is delivered with suitable documentation / certification and tested prior to sailing.
• The Offshore Project Engineer will perform the role of Project Engineer during the offshore phase of the project.
• Support the onshore Remote Operations Centre (ROC) and act as lead engineers offshore if ROC connectivity fails.
• Monitor performance of offshore subcontractors against project deliverables, ensuring compliance with standards and schedules.
• Oversee the delivery of engineering tasks, installation sequences, and operational procedures as instructed by the ROC, providing real-time progress, technical observations, and operational constraints as required.
• Maintain onboard control of all project documentation, drawings, procedures, and ROC updates, ensuring latest revisions are used.

You can make your mark as Offshore Project Engineer if you have: 

• 3-4 years minimum Project/Field Engineering experience in Subsea Construction and/or IRM environments. DSV and CSV exposure desirable.
• Engineering qualification (HNC or above – Mechanical/Civil) or relevant knowledge obtained through practical experience in all aspects of the Offshore Project Engineer role
• Ability to deliver complex mobilisation and offshore operation activities.
• OPITO BOSIET/FOET with CA-EBS, MIST and OEUK Medical.

What you can expect

• A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact.
• Rewarding conditions: Besides a competitive salary, you will receive access to a contributory pension scheme, private medical insurance and death in service benefit.
• Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself for example through (online) courses at our Boskalis academy.  
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues across the organization: Through networking and knowledge-sharing sessions, events, and employee communities.

Extra information

• Your team:  you will work closely with the Engineering, Project and Offshore teams and various departments throughout the business.
• Where you will work: you will be primarily based offshore on our DSVs and/or CSV with some  time spent in the Aberdeen office as required.
• Full/part- time job: The position of Offshore Project Engineer is based on a Guaranteed Day Contract.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.

We are more than happy to answer your questions about the position of Offshore Project Engineer.  Please contact Matthew Hurrel, Recruiter.



Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your cover letter and CV on our careers site.

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Closing Date - Friday 28th August.