Marine Operations Project Engineer - Wave Energy

Working at CorPower Ocean you will be part of a world class team, determined to make big impact. We are on a mission to bring reliable and competitive wave energy to the world. We offer a high degree of autonomy, combined with great personal responsibility. CorPower Ocean is a global leader in wave energy, with a technology that has shown game-changing performance. Your work will contribute to the global transition to renewable energy by unlocking one of the largest untapped sources of clean energy on earth.

The Role

CorPower Ocean is looking for a Marine Operations Project Engineer to take a key role in the preparation and installation of CorPower wave farms. This includes preparation of procedures for loadout, transport and installation of anchor, array cables and electrical collection hubs as well as the procedures for transport, connection and disconnection of Wave Energy Converters (WECs). As a Marine Operations Project Engineer in CorPower Ocean you are also responsible for specifying or selecting and sourcing equipment, deck spreads, tooling, rigging and sea fastening required for the offshore campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Methods and equipment for marine operations (Piling, cable install, hub, and WEC operations)

• Development and continuous improvement of procedures

• Ensure that CorPower engineering QHSE and risk assessment are performed in accordance with CorPower Ocean and local regulations policy

• Chartering, rental and procurement of marine asset and equipment for marine operations

• Selection and contracting with Marine operators and equipment suppliers for farm infrastructure installations. (WEC operations is distributed on Local Heads of WEC marine operations)
  

• Development of improved methods and equipment to meet Installation and O&M targets in terms of safety, cycle time, performance and reduction in ops-CAPEX and OPEX to deliver on CorPower's Product Roadmap, defined in the Installation and OPEX sections.
  

• Develop and maintain the marine ops processes, policies and procedures in CorPower. Train teams and ensure operations are executed to the procedures.
  

• Lead development of future marine operations methods and tooling
  

• Direct, review and update procedures to meet internal targets and external requirements from customers, investors, MWS, DNV and underwriters

Skills and requirements

You have a minimum of 2-5 years of relevant experience developing offshore installation methods and have successfully executed installations in the field. Proven experience in method development processes and installation cycles from start to finish is a must.

You have a broad technical knowledge and genuine interest in the different aspects of marine operations, vessels, equipment, and operational methods. Human and asset safety through each stage of operation is your top priority. Knowledge of engineering, sourcing and operation of mooring systems, ROVs, and subsea tooling, cable lay spreads, cranes and winches and vessels is qualifying. Experience of certification and Marine Warranty Survey methodology and documentation is qualifying

You have experience in creating deck layouts, rigging sketches, storyboards using 2D CAD software. If you have experience with Orcaflex and simplified sea fastening design, this is also qualifying.

You may have a B.Sc or a M.Sc. degree in marine engineering or related disciplines, but your personality, experience and interest in the field is the most important. You are proficient in English, both spoken and written. Your personality, experience and interest in the field are the most important and what is most highly valued at CorPower.

As a person:

• You are striving for excellence, put quality into everything you do

• You are self-motivated and constantly seek the most efficient ways to work

• You always search for simple and elegant solutions to difficult problems

• You love to learn new things, and take pride in constantly developing your skills

• You are persistent, knowing it takes stamina to reach pioneering goals

• You see your tasks through to completion

• You are comfortable in presenting your solutions internally and externally

• You are data driven and strive to always back your points with solid analysis

CorPower Ocean has a highly diversified team with many nationalities and backgrounds, all working towards the same goal of Powering the Planet by ocean waves.