Shore Ends Project Engineer (7127)

SubCom•Baltimore, MD

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shore End and Terrestrial Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, immigration/work permits/VISA’s, procurement, tracking, and logistics to ensure the worldwide Shore Ends installation program has the tools needed for success. This position is an integral part of SubCom's Marine Services department. Activities include planning, logistics, tracking milestones, and purchasing in support of shore end installations and burial, pre-laid shore end cable vessel loading, near shore route clearance, post lay inspection burial operations, terrestrial cable installation, HDD operations, cable splicing, ocean ground bed installation, and related documentation for all activities. SubCom has deployed over 50% of the world's high-tech subsea fiber optic cables, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. The company encourages creativity, thoughtful risk-taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives, offering opportunities for career advancement since 1953.

Requirements

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to maintain a shared database of project tracking information including critical milestones and “need-by” dates for actions.
Critical thinking aptitude (problem solving and identifying areas for improvement).
Knowledge of budgeting and budget forecasting/management.
Knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) regulations and adherence.
Ability to produce written documentation including purchase order requests, plans, work instructions, status reports, etc.
Ability to work under pressured deadlines while remaining positive and flexible.
Must possess a positive, “can do” attitude, strong work ethic, and have a continuous improvement attitude.
High level of PC proficiency.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook) and produce diagrams and various digital presentation type documentation.
Ability to review own and others planning and performance, trend metrics, identify problems and propose solutions.
Ability to work well in group / collaborative settings.
Experience with Math & Statistics, Computer Operations.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Excel and MS Project experience is highly preferred.
BS degree in Business, Logistics, Engineering or Construction Management is desired.
Other degrees, telecommunications, outside plant, and construction planning, business, engineering and installation experience would also be considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee logistics and supervise planning activities associated with the installation and construction of submarine cable systems and associated land cable routes.
Plan and implement Shore End Installations.
Draft and submit purchase order requisitions.
Receipt for items and correlate receipted items with Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Plan and project dates when items need to ship.
Verify the accuracy of materials invoices.
Track timelines to obtain personnel travel Visas and work permits.
Ensure that tools make it back to the Depot.
Perform other tasks as directed.
Interface with operational groups within SubCom, Finance, Project Management and Coordination, Environmental Health and Safety, R&D, Cable Factory, Maintenance, Cable Ships, Cable Depots, Procurement, Contracting, Marine Logistics, and External Contractors and Suppliers.
Track field work travel dates.
Liaise with internal and contracted Visa Specialists.
Ensure field personnel get appropriate instructions and submit for Visas/work permits on appropriate deadlines.
Shape a stakeholder’s opinion of the Shore Ends Group through positive and non-confrontational interaction.
Perform complex planning and logistical work independently with minimal guidance.