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SPS - Topside Controls System Engineer

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Description

  • Support the SPS Control System Lead Engineer in managing all Subsea Production Control System (SPCS) activities across the PBF project portfolio.
  • Review and approve engineering documentation, specifications, drawings, technical queries and design deviations issued by SPS contractors.
  • Ensure compliance with TotalEnergies specifications, project requirements, international codes, standards and applicable regulations.
  • Monitor engineering progress and ensure technical deliverables meet project quality, safety and schedule requirements.
  • Supervise and monitor the manufacturing and fabrication of subsea control system equipment and associated ICSS equipment.
  • Participate in supplier inspections, quality audits, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), integration tests and other planned QC activities.
  • Monitor contractor and subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with contractual, technical and quality requirements.
  • Review Manufacturing Record Books (MRBs), inspection records and manufacturing documentation.
  • Monitor manufacturing progress, identify potential schedule delays and propose corrective and mitigation actions.
  • Manage technical punch list items and ensure critical issues are closed before equipment delivery and handover.
  • Review and approve Mechanical Completion dossiers and ensure proper documentation handover to commissioning teams.
  • Supervise topside integration campaigns offshore, particularly onboard FPSOs in Angola.
  • Participate in onshore testing and integration activities related to subsea control systems.
  • Provide technical support to offshore commissioning and installation teams during project execution.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors and suppliers to ensure consistency of technical solutions.
  • Participate in FEED and pre-project studies for future subsea infill developments.
  • Identify technical risks, propose mitigation measures and promote continuous improvement, innovation and cost optimization.
  • Ensure strict compliance with HSE requirements and promote a strong safety culture throughout all project activities.

Education

  • Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Control, Automation, Electronics or a related discipline.

Professional Experience

  • Minimum 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
  • Significant experience in Subsea Production Control Systems (SPCS).
  • Proven experience in subsea production control system engineering and project execution.
  • Experience in engineering reviews, equipment manufacturing, supplier surveillance, testing and commissioning.
  • Previous experience working with major subsea contractors, equipment manufacturers and international suppliers.
  • Experience in offshore integration campaigns, FPSO modifications and commissioning activities is highly desirable.
  • Experience with brownfield projects and SIMOPS environments is an advantage.

Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of Subsea Production Control System architecture and equipment.
  • Experience reviewing engineering documentation, technical specifications, drawings and design deviations.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection and test plans (ITPs), FAT, SIT and quality control activities.
  • Experience with Mechanical Completion, Manufacturing Record Books (MRBs), punch lists and as-built documentation.
  • Good understanding of offshore installation, topside integration and commissioning activities.
  • Familiarity with TotalEnergies General Specifications and engineering standards is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of project execution, contractor management, planning and cost control.

Languages

  • Fluent English is mandatory.
  • Portuguese and/or French would be an advantage.

Additional Requirements

  • Willingness to undertake frequent international and offshore missions, particularly to Angola.
  • Ability to work effectively within multicultural and geographically distributed project teams.
  • Strong communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proactive approach to risk management, problem-solving and technical decision-making.
  • Strong commitment to HSE, quality and project delivery objectives.

Service Location: Kongsberg Offices, Norway

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