Installation Engineer
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
AVA Energy
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Marine Engineering / Maritime, Oil & Gas, Structural Engineer, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Base pay range
$60.00/hr - $100.00/hr
Principal Consultant @ AVA Energy | Offshore Engineering OverviewThe Installation Methods Engineer is responsible for developing safe, efficient, and technically sound installation methodologies for offshore construction activities. This includes subsea structures, pipelines, umbilicals, foundations, and topsides installation, supporting projects from tender through execution.
The role requires close collaboration with project, construction, vessel, and discipline engineering teams to ensure installation activities are feasible, optimised, and compliant with project and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities- Develop installation methodologies, procedures, and work packs for offshore construction activities
- Prepare detailed installation sequences, lifting studies, and step-by-step execution plans
- Define equipment requirements including vessels, cranes, rigging, and installation tools
- Input into constructability reviews and installation feasibility assessments
- Specify and review engineering analyses such as:
- Lift analysis
- Seafastening design and checks
- Installation stability and motion analyses
- Interface with structural, naval, geotechnical, and hydrodynamic teams to validate installation concepts
- Support tendering activities with installation concepts, schedules, and cost drivers
- Interface with vessel operators, subcontractors, and equipment suppliers
- Participate in HAZID / HAZOP / SIMOPS workshops
- Provide onshore and offshore technical support during execution
- Prepare and review:
- Method statements
- Risk assessments and task plans
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, class rules, and applicable international standards
- Support client and third-party reviews and approvals
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Offshore, or Structural Engineering
- Typically 3–10+ years’ experience in offshore installation engineering
- Experience with one or more of the following:
- Subsea structures installation
- Heavy lifts and module installation
- Previous experience on EPCI or offshore construction projects preferred
- Strong understanding of offshore installation practices and marine operations
- Familiarity with offshore vessels and equipment (crane vessels, pipelay vessels, barges)
- Experience using engineering tools such as:
- Orca Flex, MOSES, SESAM, or similar (advantageous)
- Ability to interpret design drawings and translate them into executable installation plans
- Mid-Senior level
- Contract
- Oil and Gas and Services for Renewable Energy
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