We are seeking a Senior Subsea Operations & Layout Engineer!

We are seeking a Senior Subsea Operations & Layout Engineer!

As a Senior Subsea Operations & Layout Engineer you will be involved in all phases of a delivery project related to design, system integration, testing and installation of subsea equipment. You will ensure that subsea systems are fit for purposes, including layout, installation, and operability and that all equipment is designed for safe and efficient testing and installation. The role includes responsibility for subsea layout, system testing and interface management and requires close interaction with internal engineering disciplines, customers and installation contractors.

Start: Preffered 01.09.2026

Duration: 6 months with possibility of an extension

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Follow up design in early project phases to ensure all equipment is designed for testing and installation, including ROV access
• Perform layout reviews and ensure subsea system integration and functionality across disciplines
• Lead system testing and coordinate all activities related to system testing execution
• Develop test programs and function as test lead throughout the project
• Ensure all system testing equipment is specified and procured
• Develop stack-up test procedures, installation guidelines and mobilisation procedures
• Perform ROV simulations and create ROV access reports
• Follow up required tooling and installation-related equipment
• Ensure alignment between design, installation philosophy and operational execution
• Manage technical interfaces with customers, suppliers and installation contractors
• Lead and facilitate meetings with Customer and Installation Contractor representatives
• Participate in and facilitate risk and safety reviews (e.g., HARC)
• Ensure delivery of relevant engineering documentation (layout, interfaces, procedures, verification)
• Act as senior advisor and support junior engineers in layout and operations topics
• Adhere to company policies, procedures and project-specific requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Marine Engineering / Subsea Engineering or similar
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in subsea or offshore engineering
• Experience within subsea system testing, installation or system integration is required

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Subsea system design, layout and installation principles
• System testing methodologies and integration practices
• ROV access, intervention, and installation methods
• Industry standards, procedures and safety requirements
• Strong mechanical engineering skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication skills in English
• Ability to ensure solutions are practical and installable
• Ability to lead system testing and operational activities
• Structured, proactive, and solution-oriented
• Ability to mentor and support less experienced engineers

Folk can offer:

• Good long-term opportunities with our clients
• Individual and adapted follow-up while on assignment
• Good career development opportunities in an interesting and innovative sector
• Competitive terms and conditions

Social events and pleasant tokens of appreciation throughout the year We see possibilities in your competence! In Folk, we work in accordance with our values: ethical, personal, enthusiastic and flexible.