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Subsea System Engineer

Posting Date:  4 May 2026
City:  Fano
Location: 

Fano, IT, 61032

Contract Type:  Permanent
Division:  Plant Engineering
Level of experience:  Intermediate

RINA is currently recruiting for a Subsea System Engineer to join its office in Fano (Italy) within the Plant Engineering Division.​

Mission

The Subsea System Engineer is a crucial role within a subsea/offshore engineering team, responsible for a variety of Technical Engineering activities related to design, verification and certification of Subsea structure/System and Vessel receiving structures, either existing or new.

Key Accountabilities

Engineering Studies and Design Activities:

  • Develop and perform engineering studies, analyses, and calculations for subsea structures/systems and vessel receiving structures, covering both existing assets and new projects.
  • Conduct design and engineering consulting activities across all project phases, including feasibility studies, concept selection, FEED, basic and detailed design, and cost estimation.
  • Prepare and maintain the Design Basis, ensuring proper interface with relevant engineering disciplines (structures, process, installation, etc.)

Structural Analysis and Layout:

  • Develop structural stress analyses and define layouts and configurations for subsea structures, equipment, flanges, fittings, and associated components.
  • Perform and/or verify all discipline-specific analyses and calculation reports required for the design of subsea structures/systems and vessel receiving structures.

Client, Project, and Certification Interfaces

  • Interface with clients and internal project teams to clarify technical requirements and provide effective engineering solutions.
  • Review client technical documentation during both bidding and execution phases.
  • Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, including technical clarifications and documentation.
  • Interface with clients and certifying bodies, reviewing comments and ensuring timely and effective technical responses.

Technical Documentation and Standards:

  • Review client technical specifications and requirements, ensuring compliance and adequacy of project documentation.
  • Update technical documents based on comments from other disciplines, clients, shipyards, and third parties.
  • Contribute to the development and updating of internal standards, guidelines, and technical procedures.
  • Cooperate in the preparation of technical papers, engineering rules, and guidelines.

Subcontractor and Third-Party Engineering Control:

  • Review and control engineering documents produced by subcontracted disciplines.
  • Perform engineering reviews and independent analyses of subsea and vessel receiving structures within third‑party engineering scopes.
  • Monitor and assess engineering activities of subcontractors and third-party engineering companies to ensure technical compliance.

Engineering Support and Problem Solving:

  • Support the Subsea Senior Engineer / Subsea Principal Engineer in addressing and resolving technical issues arising during project execution.
  • Ensure the implementation of approved design changes, providing regular technical progress updates.
  • Report engineering activities, issues, and progress to the Subsea Senior Enginee.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in subsea/offshore engineering projects, with a proven track record in leading technical engineering activities.
  • Proficient knowledge of structural analysis techniques and relevant software (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS).
  • Good knowledge in CAD software for layout design (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., API, ASME, ISO). 
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Competencies

  • WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
  • PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.​
  • INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
  • DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
  • FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

 

 

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

 

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.

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