Project Engineer II

Oceaneering • Panama City, FL

3d

About The Position

The Project Engineer II manages technical aspects of offshore umbilical design and manufacturing projects, drawing on broad technical knowledge in mechanical, structural, electrical, and ocean engineering. The role works across internal departments—including project management, procurement, manufacturing, and testing—and with external clients, testing facilities, vendors, and other partners. It involves communicating and presenting technical information verbally and in writing, with some travel required.

The position supports product-line solutions and engineering work at Oceaneering’s Panama City manufacturing facility. The engineer leads project execution and develops technical deliverables, coordinates engineering procedures and documentation, manages projects to meet delivery timelines and client expectations, and supports manufacturing and testing activities. The role also contributes to process improvements and engineering tools, works independently to identify and solve problems, and may support 24/7 operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Marine, or Ocean Engineering.
• Minimum 2–5 years of engineering experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and reports, governmental regulations, client specifications, and industry specifications.
• Ability to write technical documents and business or commercial correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and vendors.
• Experience using Mathcad or other engineering calculation programs.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.
• A U.S. government-issued TWIC badge is required to obtain access to the Port of Panama City.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Engineering experience in the oil and gas industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with integrated teams to help develop solutions for the entire product line at Oceaneering’s Panama City manufacturing facility.
• Work with the engineering team to complete day-to-day tasks.
• Lead project execution and produce technical deliverables, including procurement specifications, manufacturing production documentation, design reports, assembly procedures, test plans and procedures, and final reports.
• Coordinate the effective use of engineering procedures, methods, design reviews, reporting, documentation, and data archiving.
• Manage and lead projects, ensuring timely delivery and meeting client expectations.
• Participate in local process-improvement initiatives within engineering communities.
• Help generate and update calculations and other toolsets used by engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Interface with internal stakeholders, including project management, process and manufacturing engineering, and testing technicians at the Panama City facility and other Oceaneering sites.
• Identify and solve problems with minimal management guidance.
• Take on stretch assignments and other assigned duties, and support 24/7 operations.
• Support manufacturing and testing functions by addressing questions, comments, concerns, or non-conformances when required.
• Stay updated on technologies and industry trends and propose innovative solutions.
• Travel as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which may include health and wellness benefits, mental health benefits, retirement savings, life and disability benefits, paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits vary by role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level