SURF Structural Engineer
BH-336851
Posted: 13/10/2026
- Competitive
- England South East London
- Contract
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Oil & Gas
Senior Subsea Structures Engineer (SURF)
Location: London, UK (Contractor's Offices)
Duration: 12 months minimum, renewable up to 3 years
Start Date: February 2027 (subject to project sanction)
Status: Residential
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Subsea Structures Engineer to support the delivery of a major deepwater offshore development during the EPCIC/EPSCC execution phase. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, procurement, fabrication, installation and technical assurance of subsea structures forming part of a large-scale SURF package.
Key Responsibilities
Interested? Apply now to join a high-profile deepwater offshore development and play a key role in the successful delivery of critical subsea infrastructure.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Location: London, UK (Contractor's Offices)
Duration: 12 months minimum, renewable up to 3 years
Start Date: February 2027 (subject to project sanction)
Status: Residential
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Subsea Structures Engineer to support the delivery of a major deepwater offshore development during the EPCIC/EPSCC execution phase. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, procurement, fabrication, installation and technical assurance of subsea structures forming part of a large-scale SURF package.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all subsea structures engineering activities within the SURF package.
- Review, approve and oversee engineering studies, calculations, drawings, specifications and procedures produced by contractors and suppliers.
- Ensure the timely delivery of subsea structures including FLETs, ILTs, foundations, pipe supports/sleepers, lateral buckle mitigation structures, pipe walking mitigation systems and other associated equipment.
- Supervise detailed engineering activities and verify compliance with project specifications, international standards and industry best practices.
- Support fabrication, transportation, installation and pre-commissioning activities.
- Monitor contractor and supplier performance, identifying schedule, technical or quality deviations and implementing corrective actions where required.
- Provide technical leadership on constructability, installation methodology, integrity and operational performance.
- Ensure compliance with project HSE, QA/QC and technical requirements throughout the engineering, procurement, fabrication, testing and installation phases.
- Coordinate closely with installation, fabrication, operations and other project disciplines to ensure successful project delivery.
- Participate in technical reviews, risk assessments and lessons learned initiatives.
- Master's Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 15 years' experience in subsea structures engineering within offshore oil & gas developments.
- Proven experience with deepwater SURF EPCI projects involving:
- FLETs
- ILTs
- Foundations
- Pipe supports/sleepers
- Anchoring piles
- Other subsea structures design and fabrication activities
- Strong knowledge of offshore industry standards including DNV, ASME, API and ISO.
- Experience using engineering software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, SACS, AutoCAD, SolidWorks and OrcaFlex.
- Good understanding of geotechnical engineering principles relating to subsea structures.
- Experience integrating subsea connectors, MQC plates, electrical harnesses, e-SCMs, electrical actuators and dosing valve systems is advantageous.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across large, multicultural project teams.
- Fluent English language skills.
Interested? Apply now to join a high-profile deepwater offshore development and play a key role in the successful delivery of critical subsea infrastructure.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.