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Subsea Pipeline & Cable Engineer - Fixed-Term Contract (F/M)

Location: 

Saint Herblain, Pays de la Loire, FR

Type of contract:  Fixed term
Posting date:  13 Oct 2026
Job offer reference:  217322

Join a global leader in maritime classification and certification:

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Joining Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore means becoming part of a key player in maritime classification and certification.

 

With decades of expertise, we support innovation and transition in the sector by ensuring the safety, performance, and sustainability of ships, offshore infrastructures, and maritime equipment.

 

Our mission? To contribute to a safer and more environmentally friendly maritime world by providing our technical expertise and commitment to our clients and partners.

 

Shape the future of offshore energy. We are looking for a Subsea Pipeline & Cable Engineer on a fixed-term contract, starting as soon as possible until 31 December 2026, to join our site in Saint-Herblain (Nantes area, France).

 

Join a dynamic team: Within our Technical Department, you will join a team specialized in the design review of:

  • subsea power cables for fixed and floating offshore wind;
  • umbilicals;
  • rigid and flexible pipelines for offshore oil & gas.

 

Your main responsibilities:

  • Design review: assess design reports and verify compliance with applicable standards
  • New technology qualification: support clients in developing test programs and follow their execution
  • Coordination: co-lead client activities
  • Certification: draft compliance certificates for these technologies
  • Through your participation in large-scale and innovative projects, you will contribute to the adoption of more sustainable maritime technologies.

 

Your strengths to succeed:

  • Education and experience: You hold an engineering degree with strong mechanical knowledge and have at least 5 years' experience in the design of umbilicals, pipelines or power cables, ideally in the maritime or energy sector. Solid knowledge of rigid pipelines is required.
  • Additional skills: Project management skills are a plus.
  • Personal qualities: You are rigorous, autonomous and a strong team player, with solid analytical and synthesis skills.
  • Language skills: You are fluent in English, enabling effective communication with clients, teams and our international network.
  • You are comfortable with IT tools and have strong writing and interpersonal skills.

 

Why choose Bureau Veritas?

By joining our teams, you will take part in varied, enriching, and stimulating international projects. We support our people throughout their careers through technical training and continuous professional development, ensuring they remain at the forefront of emerging technologies.

 

Convinced that diversity is a strength, we are committed to providing an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can contribute to the company's success. We promote gender equality and support the professional integration, access, and retention of people with disabilities.

 

Ready to take on exciting challenges? Join us to shaping a better maritime world!

 

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