Umbilical & Fiber Opt. Cable Engineer

Position Title: Umbilical & Fiber Optic Cable Engineer

Project Location: Italy / Offshore Mediterranean Projects

Industry: Oil & Gas - Offshore / Subsea Engineering

Department: Subsea / Offshore Engineering

Reporting To: Subsea Engineering Manager / Project Manager

Job Purpose

The Umbilical & Fiber Optic Cable Engineer is responsible for the engineering, design review, installation support, testing, and integrity management of subsea umbilicals and fiber optic cable systems for offshore oil & gas developments. The role ensures technical compliance, operational reliability, and safe execution of offshore installation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering activities related to subsea umbilicals and fiber optic cable systems.
• Review and validate design documents, routing studies, technical specifications, and installation procedures.
• Support FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication, testing, and offshore installation phases.
• Interface with subsea, pipeline, telecom, instrumentation, and installation contractors.
• Monitor manufacturing progress, FAT/SIT activities, and quality inspections.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements.
• Participate in offshore installation campaigns, cable laying, pull-in, termination, and commissioning activities.
• Support troubleshooting of fiber optic communication systems and subsea control systems.
• Review installation analyses including:
  • Cable routing
  • Mechanical protection
  • Bend radius verification
  • Dynamic analysis
  • Crossing studies
• Coordinate risk assessments and HSE requirements for offshore activities.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering queries, deviation requests, and lessons learned documentation.
• Support integrity monitoring and maintenance strategies for installed systems.

Technical Scope

The role may involve

• Subsea umbilicals
• Fiber optic communication cables
• Electro-hydraulic control systems
• Offshore telecom systems
• Subsea production systems (SPS)
• Dynamic and static cables
• Cable laying operations
• ROV intervention support
• Offshore hook-up & commissioning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in offshore Oil & Gas projects.
• Proven experience with subsea umbilical and fiber optic cable systems.
• Offshore installation experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of subsea production systems and offshore construction methodologies.

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

• Fiber optic transmission systems
• Subsea control systems
• Umbilical design and installation
• Cable protection systems
• Offshore installation vessels and equipment
• International offshore standards (DNV, API, IEC)
• Testing and commissioning procedures

Skills & Competencies

• Strong coordination and engineering management skills
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities
• Problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Ability to work under offshore operational constraints
• Team-oriented with multicultural project exposure
• Fluent English mandatory

Software & Tools

• MS Office Suite
• AutoCAD / MicroStation
• Offshore engineering software
• Cable analysis and routing tools
• Knowledge of OrcaFlex is an advantage