Company Description
Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects.
In your job you will work for the offshore energy division. Boskalis has one of the largest global fleets of specialized offshore vessels, allowing us to carry out a broad range of offshore activities. We provide innovative and sustainable all-round solutions to tackle major worldwide maritime challenges. Our Offshore Energy division supports sustainable energy solutions such as wind energy as well as traditional fossil facilities. We’re involved in the entire journey from developing and transporting to maintaining and decommissioning these facilities.
Job Description
Make your mark as an ROV Technical Support Engineer in the Remote Technology Group, for Boskalis Subsea Services located in Aberdeen. The ROV Technical Support Engineer will provide expert technical assistance for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) systems used in BSS subsea operations. They will support internal teams and external clients, both onshore and offshore, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime of ROV assets.
The ROV Technical Support Engineer will be responsible for providing technical support and operational assistance for in-house ROV systems, along with supporting the design and development of specialist tooling for ROV operations. This includes the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of ROV equipment, as well as supporting offshore operations to ensure the safe and efficient operation of ROVs in various underwater tasks.
Boskalis have LWROV and WROV’s in their fleet of ROV systems. The role includes responsibilities related to supporting remote operations from the Remote Operations Centre (ROC).
Your responsibilities as ROV Technical Support Engineer (Onshore):
The main responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
- Provide real-time technical support to ROV teams and Project teams during subsea operations.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and software issues on ROV systems and related equipment.
- Maintain detailed records of technical issues, repairs & planned maintenance of systems.
- Collaborate with engineering teams / OEMs on continuous improvement, upgrades, and technical documentation.
- Assist in the installation, integration, and commissioning of new ROV systems and sub systems.
- Conduct root cause analysis for critical failures and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
Qualifications
You can make your mark as ROV Technical Support Engineer (Onshore) if you have:
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience with ROV systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field; or equivalent technical training and experience.
- Experience with ROV brands such as Saab Seaeye, Kystdesign & associated tooling used in execution of offshore projects.
- Strong understanding of subsea control systems, hydraulics, fiber optics, and electronics.
- Familiarity with diagnostic tools/software used in ROV troubleshooting and proficient in reading engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and system layouts.
- Experience in supporting remote operations and familiarity with ROC protocols an advantage.
- Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., IMCA, API, ISO).
- Ability to work under pressure/respond quickly to critical technical issues with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
What you can expect
- A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact.
- Rewarding conditions: Besides a competitive salary, you will receive a holiday entitlement of 34 days, a contributory pension scheme, private medical insurance and death in service benefit. There is also a range of flexible benefits you can take advantage of including the opportunity to buy additional holidays each year.
- Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself for example through (online) courses at our Boskalis academy.
Extra information
- Your team: working as part of the Remote Technology Group, you will join a team of experienced professionals and report directly to the ROV Manager.
- Where you will work: Your location will be the Aberdeen office.
- Full/part- time job: The position of ROV Technical Support Engineer is full time, 35 hours per week.
- Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.
Additional Information
We are more than happy to answer your questions about the position of ROV Technical Support Engineer. Please contact Matthew Hurrel, Recruiter.
Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your cover letter and CV on our careers site.
Disclaimer for Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies
We appreciate your interest in our vacancies and understand that your candidate might be enthusiastic about this exciting opportunity. However, our recruitment process is not structured this way, at Boskalis we handle recruitment ourselves. Therefore, we do not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment agencies. Any submission will be treated as a direct application.
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