Senior Electrical Engineer - Subsea

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Subsea

(Direct Hire)

 

Our Client a complete end-to-end provider of geotechnical consulting, engineering, design, and data acquisition services. We strive to deliver the highest standard of service safely, efficiently, and to our client's full satisfaction. Our vision is to be globally recognized as a provider of best-in-class geotechnical survey and geo-consulting services, admired for our professionalism and ability to create value for all stakeholders.

 

Seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Houston team. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineering professional who wants to remain deeply technical while providing leadership on complex subsea and marine electrical systems. The successful candidate will lead electrical design, integration, testing, and support activities for both new and existing PROD technologies while collaborating across engineering, operations, assets, and project teams.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the design, specification, integration, commissioning, and lifecycle support of electrical, control, and power systems used in offshore and subsea operations. This position offers the opportunity to see designs through the full project lifecycle, from concept and engineering through fabrication, testing, mobilization, and field deployment.

 

 

Responsibilities:

• Lead electrical engineering activities for new and existing PROD systems, equipment upgrades, and field support projects.
• Develop and review electrical engineering deliverables including:
• • Single-line diagrams
  • Schematics
  • Wiring and interconnection diagrams
  • Load studies
  • Power system analyses
  • Construction work packages
  • Technical specifications and procurement documentation
• Adhere to safety procedures and policies in accordance with the Management System, including:
• • Active participation in workshop safety & toolbox meetings
  • Report all hazards and unsafe acts
  • Ensure third party compliance
  • Actively promote a positive, proactive safety culture throughout the company
• Adhere to quality procedures and policies in accordance with the Management System, including
• • Ensuring documentation is approved by correct persons
  • Compliance with document control procedures
  • Raise corrective actions for all non-conformances
  • Comply with work instructions
  • Identify areas requiring improvement and/or audit
• Support the specification, design, and integration of mechanical/electrical/fiber -optic umbilical systems.
• Develop vessel electrical interface requirements, power studies, and mobilization engineering packages.
• Design and integrate low-voltage and high-voltage power distribution systems supporting subsea operations.
• Develop electrical integration, commissioning, FAT, SAT, and system readiness procedures.
• Provide technical support to offshore operations, mobilizations, troubleshooting efforts, and root cause investigations.
• Review vendor documentation, equipment submittals, and interface drawings for technical compliance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable NEC, IEC, NFPA, maritime, and customer-specific requirements.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical, controls, software, and operations teams to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
• Support HAZID, HAZOP, FMEA, design reviews, and risk assessments.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians and provide technical leadership throughout project execution.
• Maintain engineering documentation, configuration management, and version control of electrical systems.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices related to offshore, subsea, and marine electrical systems.

 

Qualifications:

 

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 10+ years of electrical engineering experience in offshore, subsea, marine, or industrial automation environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing and integrating subsea equipment, marine electrical systems, and vessel interfaces.
• Experience developing electrical integration, commissioning, FAT, and SAT procedures.
• Strong background creating and reviewing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction documentation.
• Working knowledge of subsea power distribution, instrumentation, communications, control systems, and fiber-optic interfaces.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, IEC, NFPA, and applicable marine electrical standards.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, Altium, or similar engineering design tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present technical information to stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid passport with the ability to travel internationally as required.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with DNV, ABS, or other marine classification standards.
• Experience with subsea power systems, ROV systems, intervention systems, or offshore construction support.
• Familiarity with offshore fabrication, vessel mobilization, and commissioning activities.
• Experience supporting global offshore operations and field deployments.

\nCompany Description

Taylor Technical Services began business in 1977. Since then, we have grown to become one of the largest suppliers of Engineering personnel in the Houston/Gulf Coast area and Alaska. We pride ourselves in having recruiters and account managers that have experience and have worked in the oil & gas engineering industry.

Specialties: Cad Drafters, Electrical Designers, Instrument Designers, Structural Designers, Piping Designers, Electrical Engineers, Instrument Engineers, Structural Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Pipe Stress Engineers, EH&S, QA/QC, Procurement, Project Controls, Document Control, Administrative

Company Description

Taylor Technical Services began business in 1977. Since then, we have grown to become one of the largest suppliers of Engineering personnel in the Houston/Gulf Coast area and Alaska. We pride ourselves in having recruiters and account managers that have experience and have worked in the oil & gas engineering industry.\r\n\r\nSpecialties: Cad Drafters, Electrical Designers, Instrument Designers, Structural Designers, Piping Designers, Electrical Engineers, Instrument Engineers, Structural Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Pipe Stress Engineers, EH&S, QA/QC, Procurement, Project Controls, Document Control, Administrative