SURF (Subsea Umbilical Riser Flowline) Development Engineer
Location: US, TX, Houston
Employment type: Full-time
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Engineering
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree

Company profile:
Aker Solutions is a global provider of products, systems and services to the oil and gas industry. Our engineering, design and technology bring discoveries into production and maximize recovery from each petroleum field. We employ approximately 28,000 people in about 30 countries. Go to #URL_0fa3f7c5e23a16de16a841e368006cae916884407d90b154dfef3976483a71ae# for more information on our business, people and values.

Description:
Corporate overviewAker Solutions is a global provider of products, systems and services to the oil and gas industry. Our engineering, design and technology bring discoveries into production and maximize recovery from each petroleum field. We employ approximately 28,000 people in about 30 countries. Go to #URL_0fa3f7c5e23a16de16a841e368006cae916884407d90b154dfef3976483a71ae# for more information on our business, people and values.Responsibilities and tasks- Manage execution of SURF (Subsea Umbilical Riser Flowline) Front End Engineering scopes including staffing and competence development. Participate in defining strategies and business development to develop new client basis. - Ensure that all subsea system solutions in support of new business opportunities meets the specified functional design criteria, and all technical and regulatory requirements. - Responsible for HSE within own area of responsibility. Ensure that all aspects of HSE are top priority in day to day business and all designs delivered satisfies HSE requirements and are in accordance with Aker Solutions HSE policy. - Identify and execute SURF Front End Engineering work including opportunity appraisal, feasibility, concept screening and selection studies, concept definition as a precursor to Pre-FEED and FEED. - Establish, implement, measure the performance of, and continuously improve work processes so that resources are used efficiently, ensuring predictable performance. Meeting all internal and external clients’ quality, cost and schedule requirements.- Be actively involved in business development activities to develop new client base, preparation of proposals, and liaison with global offices on current and potential projects. - Evaluate and assess new and emerging SURF particularly subsea technologies. Which may include managing and participating in R&D initiatives, JIP’s and other technology ventures- Develop working relationships with client’s management and technical staff to develop solutions that will solve specific problems in meeting client’s current and future needs. - Coordinate and collaborate with subject matter experts within Aker Solutions in providing solutions, establishing and carrying out scope of works related to subsea concepts. - Understands project execution and can play a key role in project kick-off as per Aker Solution’s Project Execution Model (PEM).- Assist in identifying project Risks,& Opportunities, uncertainties and contribute to identification of mitigation strategies;

Requirements:
Qualifications & personal attributes- Bachelor of Engineering Degree or equivalent. With more than 15 years’ experience in SURF subsea concept design of which at least four years at specialist / managerial level. - Overall understanding the totality and disciplines relevant for development of subsea concepts.- In-depth knowledge of field architecture and operations involving multiple subsea production/injection centres.- Experience with front-end opportunity appraisal, option evaluation, feasibility assessments and concept development selection,Assets:- Experience with offshore developments located in harsh & ice prone environments- Project cost estimating, schedule development and evaluation experience.- Knowledge and understanding of CNLOPB and Transport Canada regulatory requirements.Key Competencies:SURF Development Engineer will display the following competencies and complete the below described essential duties.- Analyse Issues and Solve Problems - Gathers the most important information; analyses, incorporates, and applies new information and concepts; recognizes symptoms that indicate problems; makes sound and timely decisions.- Understand Strategies - Demonstrates understanding and support of the organization’s mission and strategies; integrates and balances big-picture concerns with day-to-day activities. - Encourages Commitment - Projects a positive image and serves as a role model for others; promotes commitment to the organization’s vision, values, and direction; acknowledges others’ efforts and accomplishments.- Communicate Effectively - Expresses ideas clearly and concisely; listens carefully and attentively to others’ opinions and ideas; shares information and viewpoints openly and directly with others.- Execute Efficiently - Delegates responsibility and conveys clear expectations to the appropriate staff; monitors the progress of others and redirects efforts and/or removes obstacles in order to get efforts back on track; deals with high-priority work activities first.- Show Initiative - Sets high standards of performance for self and others and maintains a consistent, high level of productivity; takes personal responsibility to make decisions and take action; does not easily give up in the face of obstacles.- Seek Customer Satisfaction - Seeks feedback from customers; tracks performance against customer requirements; addresses customer needs by involving the right people at the right time and follows up to ensure problems are solved.We offer• Friendly colleagues in an industry with a bright future.• An environment where you are encouraged to develop your skills and share your knowledge with your colleagues.• Competitive benefits and strong focus on work-life balance.Consistent with the Accords Act, residents of Newfoundland and Labrador specifically, and Canadians in generally, who are qualified, will be given first consideration for training and employment.

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