Senior Cable Installation Engineer (EIC, Deepwater)
Job Description
Location: Offshore & WFH, International
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Start Date: ASAP (onshore preparation) | Offshore from March 2027
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Contract Type: Long-term contract, 183 offshore days per year, with the option of a permanent position for the right candidate
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Locations: Global locations
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About the Role
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We are recruiting on behalf of a major subsea cable contractor for an experienced Senior Cable Installation Engineer/EIC with a strong deepwater background to join an international installation programme.
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This is primarily a hands-on technical role. The successful candidate will be involved from the pre-project phase, participating in HAZID/HAZOP and design reviews onshore, before mobilising offshore for installation campaigns.
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We are looking for someone who has been at the sharp end of deepwater cable lay operations — someone who has dealt with technical challenges as they arise offshore, and has direct experience with repeatered systems and branching units in deepwater environments.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Hands-on management and troubleshooting of deepwater cable lay operations
- Technical oversight of repeatered system installation including branching units
- Participation in onshore HAZID/HAZOP and design review sessions prior to offshore mobilisation
- Acting as senior technical lead during marine installation campaigns
- Working closely with vessel teams, project management and client representatives offshore
- Shift supervision and management of installation activities
- Daily reporting and documentation
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Required Experience
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- Minimum 10 years experience in subsea cable installation
- Proven deepwater experience, 2500m WD or greater
- Direct experience with repeatered subsea fibre optic cable systems
- Experience with branching units
- Makai lay system experience preferred
- Experience working across multiple installation vessels internationally
- Ability to act as OIM or senior client representative is a strong advantage
- Valid offshore certifications (BOSIET, OGUK medical)
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What's on Offer
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- Competitive day rate
- 183 guaranteed offshore days per year minimum
- Work from home days
- Long-term stability with a growing international programme
- Potential for permanent position for the right candidate
- Travel and expenses covered
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How to Apply
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- Please send your CV and expected day rate to contact@telcomarine.com
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