Umbilicals Pre-Commissioning Field Engineer

  • Full-time

Company Description

The Umbilical Pre‑Commissioning Field Engineer supports the Pre‑Commissioning Lead in supervising and assuring all umbilical‑related pre‑commissioning activities performed by the EPCI Contractor.
The role covers documentation review, testing oversight, offshore supervision, QA/QC validation and technical interface coordination to ensure safe, compliant and efficient execution of all umbilical and optical‑fiber pre‑commissioning phases.

Job Description

1. Preparation & Coordination

  • Act as the client’s focal point for all umbilical pre‑commissioning activities onboard vessels, in yards and onshore facilities.
  • Coordinate interfaces between installation teams, commissioning, engineering, vendors and HSE.
  • Review umbilical pre‑commissioning procedures and provide technical comments.
  • Identify technical issues requiring escalation during procedure review or installation meetings.

2. Umbilical Testing & Verification

Supervise and validate all umbilical‑specific pre‑commissioning tasks, including:

  • Pre- and post‑loadout electrical, hydraulic and fiber‑optic testing
  • Monitoring of umbilical installation operations
  • Pre‑installation testing
  • Post‑installation and post hook‑up testing
  • Validation of OTDR traces, electrical tests, hydraulic pressure tests and continuity test results
  • Ensuring compliance across Phases 0, 1 and 2 of the EPCI scope

3. QA/QC, Documentation & Reporting

  • Review and sign off all relevant test records, calibration certificates and data sheets.
  • Ensure field documentation accuracy and completeness for final handover dossiers.
  • Provide daily progress reporting on umbilical activities, highlighting deviations, risks and forward plans.
  • Contribute to lessons learned and project close‑out documentation.

. Safety & Field Leadership

  • Participate in toolbox talks, HIRAs, JSAs and SIMOPS coordination specific to umbilical activities.
  • Promote and enforce safety standards across all onshore and offshore scopes.
  • Intervene immediately in case of unsafe acts, deviations or non‑conformances.

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree (Mechanical, Subsea, Electrical, Controls, or equivalent).
  • Minimum 10 years Oil & Gas experience in technical, offshore or HSE‑related positions.
  • At least 5 years experience in umbilical pre‑commissioning for offshore projects.
  • Strong understanding of umbilical systems, subsea control systems and fiber‑optic/hydraulic testing.
  • Familiarity with deepwater operations and vessel‑based construction activities.
  • Knowledge of DNV/API/ISO standards and pre‑commissioning best practices.
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs, PFDs, isometric drawings, hydraulic profiles and test diagrams.
  • Strong communication and coordination skills in multicultural and high‑pressure environments.
  • Ability to work offshore with required certifications (BOSIET, offshore medical, etc.).
  • Fluent English

Additional Information

  • Starting date : June 2026
  • Duration : 1 year renewanble
  • Rotation 4x4
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