Wood · 15 hours ago
Lead Subsea Controls Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
15+ years expWood is currently seeking a Subsea Controls Engineer to join its Technical Consulting sector focusing on supporting clients with strategic advisory, design, and delivery. The role involves ensuring high standards in subsea controls projects and acting as a technical focal point for clients and contractors.
ConsultingDeliveryEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingInfrastructure
No H1B
Responsibilities
Directing and assisting with Concept, PreFEED, FEED and detailed engineering
Estimate costs and timing to bring the project to execution
Directing and assisting with ensuring project compliance with specifications and regulations
Directing and assisting with the development of specification and selection of subsea control systems and distribution equipment (SUTA, SDU, EFL, STFL, etc.)
Directing and assisting with the development of specifications and selection of subsea controls software systems
Directing and assisting in development of testing, installation, operation and maintenance procedures
Developing and/or reviewing topsides integration schematics
Developing and/or reviewing subsea distribution drawings
Developing and/or reviewing subsea electrical, fiber, hydraulic and chemical schematics
Developing and/or reviewing interlocks, and programming cause and effect spreadsheets
Developing and/or reviewing alarm rationalization manuals
Witnessing hardware FATs and Subsea Software FATs
Risk assessment and HAZID responsibilities
Progress reporting and monitoring responsibilities
Acting as a Customer Site (Engineering) Representative as may be required
Assist with training new engineers
Contribute to lesson learned exercises
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, other disciplines will be considered with relevant experience
15-20 years experience as a subsea controls engineer
Willingness to travel to Operator or Supplier site and offshore
Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) with the ability to interface directly with clients, interface with internal departments and manage vendors
Strong time-management and organizational skills
Excellent MS Office Suite knowledge
Proficient in industrial control systems (MCSs, PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, etc.)
Experience programming, testing and troubleshooting MCS software
Knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, CANBUS, Ethernet / IP)
Knowledge of subsea leak detection technology and methods
Broad knowledge of industry standards, best practices and related work processes
Ability to adapt to tight deadlines and frequent changes in priorities
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
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Company
Wood
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, delivering critical solutions across energy and materials markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-08-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Ken Gilmartin
Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Richmond
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Recent News
2025-11-10
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