Subsea Control Systems Technician
Location: Altens, Aberdeen (Site Based)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Company: Deepsea Technologies UK
Be Part of the Future of Subsea Technology
Deepsea Technologies UK is a specialist engineering and manufacturing company delivering innovative subsea solutions to the global energy industry. With facilities across the UK and international operations in the USA, Brazil and India, we design, manufacture and deploy bespoke equipment supporting critical offshore operations worldwide.
We are seeking an experienced Subsea Control Systems Technician to join our growing Aberdeen operation. This is a unique opportunity to become the first dedicated Electrical Technician within our Aberdeen facility, helping establish and develop our electrical assembly and testing capability for subsea electrical flying leads and connector systems.
Important Requirements
Please only apply if you meet the following criteria:
- Currently based in the Aberdeen area and able to commute daily to our Altens facility.
- Have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.
- Do not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Have significant Oil & Gas industry experience, specifically within subsea control systems, electrical and hydraulic subsea equipment.
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience working with subsea production control systems (SPCS), electrical and hydraulic equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble, test, diagnose, repair and refurbish subsea electrical, hydraulic and mechanical control system equipment.
- Support the development and growth of our electrical assembly capability in Aberdeen.
- Carry out testing and assembly of subsea electrical flying leads (EFL), electrical distribution units (EDU), transformer units, pressure and temperature sensors, and associated equipment.
- Assemble, test and flush hydraulic flying leads (HFL), subsea distribution units, accumulators and hydraulic power units.
- Perform hydrostatic pressure testing, flushing and high-pressure tubing activities.
- Undertake electrical testing including IR, continuity, TDR, OTDR, HV/LV and VLF testing.
- Troubleshoot and repair subsea and topside electrical and hydraulic systems.
- Produce detailed technical documentation and reports.
- Undertake occasional offshore, client site and international assignments as required.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years' practical experience working with subsea electrical and hydraulic systems within the Oil & Gas sector.
- Strong knowledge of Subsea Production Control Systems (SPCS).
- Experience in assembly, testing, fault finding and repair of subsea equipment.
- Ability to interpret engineering documentation and follow technical procedures.
- Strong commitment to HSE and quality standards.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Desirable
- SVQ or higher qualification in Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
- Previous offshore and site-based experience.
- Current BOSIET and Offshore Medical certification.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to play a key role in developing a growing Aberdeen operation.
- Varied and technically challenging work.
- Exposure to international projects and customers.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Excellent opportunities for career development and progression.
- A busy and varied working environment with a competitive salary and benefits including private healthcare, pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an extra day off for your birthday.
If you are an experienced Subsea Control Systems Technician with a strong Oil & Gas background and are based in the Aberdeen area, we'd love to hear from you.
NO AGENCIES
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Subsea Controls system: 10 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
