SPS Subsea Software Lead

SPS Subsea Software Lead required for our client, a major O&G Operator, to join the SPS Package Team on their new CAPEX project in the Black Sea.

Objective

Active contribution to Project Engineering & Delivery excellence through:

• Accountable for the quality of engineering activities for the Subsea Software within the Subsea Controls System Package and integration with Topside DCS.
• Achieving project package delivery completion to the project specifications on schedule and within budget for SPS Topside Controls Systems. (Topside mounted Controls Units)
• Providing engineering and delivery expertise for Subsea Controls Software and integration within related Hardware Systems (MCS, Power/Comms Units, SEM and 3rd Party Devices).
• Executing assigned scopes of work.
• Participate in project workshops such as HAZIDs, HAZOPS, Risk workshops, etc.
• Providing sound technical advice and solutions to diverse technical problems that may arise within the Subsea Controls Software within the SPS and overall Offshore scope.
• Engaging with project HSSE and Quality teams
• Expediting Package TQ’s and Contractor generated MOCs in collaboration with the other Package Leads within the SPS and Topside Delivery lines.
• Co-ordinating with other disciplines during all stages of design development.
• Actively management of package interfaces within in the interface management process.
• Supporting other team members with capability development roles.

Key Responsibilities

The SPS Subsea Software Lead is Responsible for:

• Supporting ongoing contracting process to ensure technical alignment between the Contractor and Company for the SPCS Software package within the GSA2 job specification.
• Ensuring that all engineering deliverables associated with the Subsea Controls Software meet the project specifications and objectives.
• Actively engaging with project engineering activities and where technical challenges require resolution.
• Ensuring engineering execution of the Subsea Controls Software/Configuration including:-o Review of all Contractor generated Package Deliverables.o Monitor Contractor’s Engineering and Delivery progress.o Monitor Contractors Engineering and Delivery team make-up to ensure adequacy of resourcing (quantity and competency).
  
• Ensuring Safety in Design is incorporated into the Contractors Engineering deliverables.
• Ensuring that Constructability/Installability is incorporated into the Contractors Engineering deliverables.
• Providing continued support during the installation, pre-commissioning and commissioning stages of the project
• Support all manufacturing and test activities at Contractors Fabrication sites as required.
• Participate in audits as required.

Subject Matter Expertise:

• Demonstrable engineering expertise with Deepwater Subsea Controls Software for FEED, Detail Design, Fabrication, Testing, Installation, Commissioning, Start-up and Operations whereapplicable.
• Expert knowledge of applicable SPS international codes and standards OIGP & API17A to S.
• Expert knowledge of design deliverables associated with Subsea Controls Software.
• Active participation with and coordination of Management of Change (MOC) and Technical Query processes run by Contractors.
• Actively maintains own competence according to standards and pursues continuous professional development.
• Self-awareness of relevant regulatory framework, initiatives and industry technology developments
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of the technologies, techniques, design and installation requirements
• Contributing to project workshops

General:

• Provide planning, CTR and schedule data as required.
• Providing engineering expertise for Subsea Controls Software within the Project.
• Provide guidance and develop the capability of subsea engineers and team members.

• BEng/BSc or equivalent, Chartered Engineer or recognized equivalent experience.
• 15 years O&G experience, 10 years delivery experience with Subsea Controls Software Leads.
• Self-motivated and able to clearly communicate with Contractors and Project Management Team at all levels.
• Good presentation and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the team Values through leadership and setting the example for:o Trust and opennesso One team approacho Respect & professionalism
  o Commitment and accountabilityo Courageo Integrityo Safety
  o Communication with stakeholders