Project Engineer (Subsea)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Subsea) to join our Subsea Engineering team in Aberdeen. The Project Engineer is responsible for project work assigned to them in support of the company's core business. The Project Engineer will provide support to Graduate Engineers.

About PDi

Established in 2003, PDi Ltd is a trusted provider of project management, engineering consultancy, and technical secondment services to the energy sector. We specialise in delivering high-quality, practical solutions across topsides, subsea, decommissioning, and energy transition projects.

With a strong track record supporting developers and operators, we help engineer and execute complex projects efficiently - meeting tight budgets and timelines from concept through to decommissioning. Our experienced team combines technical expertise with a pragmatic approach, ensuring innovative yet robust solutions tailored to evolving industry challenges.

Following significant contract awards and continued growth, we are looking for skilled and motivated professionals to join our team. At PDi, you'll find a collaborative and supportive environment with the right balance of structure and autonomy to help you excel.

What we can offer you

• Flexible working, you have the complete autonomy to choose your working pattern (this can be a blend of working from home and in our office)
• Opportunities to work on exciting, high-profile client projects both locally and internationally
• Inclusive working environment where support and mentoring are available to help you identify and achieve your career goals
• Development of on-the-job training and formal recognised qualifications to help you to advance your career
• Competitive benefits package tailored to suit your lifestyle

Reports to

Lead Project Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Office based and offshore project engineering, mentoring, tender support, project management support and business development support. Onshore Project Engineering: Demonstrate suitable level of knowledge and understanding of company's core business streams; prepare project documentation such as work procedures, method statements / procedures, reports, technical notes, MoM's, risks assessments, cost estimates and schedules as required by the project; support and advise supporting function personnel (draughting, structural, analysis, DCC etc.) to complete work packages; participate in project or site HIRA's/HAZID/HAZOP/SJA processes in conjunction with project teams and site managers; attend project meetings/client conferences as required; provide offshore support as required by the project.
• Offshore Project Engineering: Demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge and understanding of offshore project being executed; prepare, report and manage all required project documentation throughout the course of the offshore works; integrate with the vessel/site/platform team to ensure the work is executed correctly; responsible for running the shift and attending daily project meetings if being utilised in an execution role; responsible for managing subcontractors for the execution of their discreet packages within the offshore scope; participate/run offshore HIRA's/SJA processes in conjunction with project teams, offshore managers and vessel crew.
• Tender & Proposal Support: Assist Project Managers/Senior Project Engineers as required during tendering scopes; prepare/provide input into tender documentation such as scope of work, ITT and RFQ as required; prepare/provide input into proposal documentation such as CTRs, manpower plans, MDR's, method statements, schedules and final proposals as required to support company proposals for work.
• Project Management Support: Support the Project Manager as required with deliverables such as weekly/monthly reporting, cost budgeting, tracking and forecasting; assist the Project Manager in developing CTRs and schedule throughout the duration of the project to support execution works.
• Business Development Support: Support the business development function in attracting new business and liaising with clients as required by the Business Development Manager; promote business development outside of the workplace to positively enhance the reputation of the company.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in a similar subsea engineering role within Oil and Gas, offshore renewables or similar
• Engineering execution and procedure development experience
• Experience offshore is desirable
• An understanding of project management and project administration
• Acquainted in Legislation and Standards as relevant for the area of responsibility
• A basic understanding of full project cycle from Concept/FEED to execution for both construction and decommissioning
• Technically aware/experienced within their discipline
• Familiar with technical software within their field
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant engineering discipline preferred

Equal Opportunity Statement

PDi are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following: race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, (please note this is not exhaustive) or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.