Subsea System Engineer

RINA is currently recruiting for a Subsea System Engineer to join its office in Fano (Italy) within the Plant Engineering Division.

Mission

The Subsea System Engineer is a crucial role within a subsea/offshore engineering team, responsible for a variety of technical engineering activities related to design, verification and certification of subsea structure/system and vessel receiving structures, either existing or new.

Key Accountabilities

Engineering Studies and Design Activities:

• Develop and perform engineering studies, analyses, and calculations for subsea structures/systems and vessel receiving structures, covering both existing assets and new projects.
• Conduct design and engineering consulting activities across all project phases, including feasibility studies, concept selection, FEED, basic and detailed design, and cost estimation.
• Prepare and maintain the Design Basis, ensuring proper interface with relevant engineering disciplines (structures, process, installation, etc.).

Structural Analysis and Layout:

• Develop structural stress analyses and define layouts and configurations for subsea structures, equipment, flanges, fittings, and associated components.
• Perform and/or verify all discipline-specific analyses and calculation reports required for the design of subsea structures/systems and vessel receiving structures.

Client, Project, and Certification Interfaces:

• Interface with clients and internal project teams to clarify technical requirements and provide effective engineering solutions.
• Review client technical documentation during both bidding and execution phases.
• Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, including technical clarifications and documentation.
• Interface with clients and certifying bodies, reviewing comments and ensuring timely and effective technical responses.

Technical Documentation and Standards:

• Review client technical specifications and requirements, ensuring compliance and adequacy of project documentation.
• Update technical documents based on comments from other disciplines, clients, shipyards, and third parties.
• Contribute to the development and updating of internal standards, guidelines, and technical procedures.
• Cooperate in the preparation of technical papers, engineering rules, and guidelines.

Subcontractor and Third-Party Engineering Control:

• Review and control engineering documents produced by subcontracted disciplines.
• Perform engineering reviews and independent analyses of subsea and vessel receiving structures within third‑party engineering scopes.
• Monitor and assess engineering activities of subcontractors and third-party engineering companies to ensure technical compliance.

Engineering Support and Problem Solving:

• Support the Subsea Senior Engineer / Subsea Principal Engineer in addressing and resolving technical issues arising during project execution.
• Ensure the implementation of approved design changes, providing regular technical progress updates.
• Report engineering activities, issues, and progress to the Subsea Senior Engineer.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in subsea/offshore engineering projects, with a proven track record in leading technical engineering activities.
• Proficient knowledge of structural analysis techniques and relevant software (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS).
• Good knowledge in CAD software for layout design (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., API, ASME, ISO).

Competencies

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS – Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT – Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE – Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN – Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT – Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.