Installation, Pre-Commissioning & Operations Engineer

IOTA Group is recruiting for a SURF Pre-Commissioning & QC Engineering Specialist to support brownfield offshore oil and gas projects in Angola, with preparation activities based in the Paris area. The role focuses on ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality execution of subsea (umbilicals, risers, and flowlines) pre-commissioning activities within complex SIMOPS environments on live FPSOs. The position plays a key role in ensuring readiness for commissioning and successful handover to operations while maintaining strict adherence to HSE, technical standards, and project specifications. - Review, validate, and control pre-commissioning documentation in line with project specifications and international standards - Witness and monitor offshore pre-commissioning activities and ensure compliance with approved procedures - Ensure readiness of “Ready for Commissioning” (RFC) status, including as-built and QC documentation tracking - Identify, report, and follow up on technical deviations, non-conformities, and punch lists - Support installation and commissioning teams in resolving technical and operational issues - Participate in project reviews, SIMOPS planning, and contractor coordination meetings - Monitor contractor performance, progress, and HSE compliance during offshore execution - Contribute to optimization initiatives and lessons learned across project phases - Minimum 10 years of experience in offshore oil & gas projects, ideally SURF or subsea construction - Strong background in pre-commissioning, QC inspection, and offshore installation activities - Knowledge of subsea systems (umbilicals, risers, flowlines) and international offshore standards - Experience working in SIMOPS and brownfield offshore environments (FPSO operations preferred) - Strong HSE mindset and proven commitment to safety culture - Excellent reporting, communication, and coordination skills in multicultural environments - Fluent in English (mandatory); French is an advantage - BOSIET certification or equivalent offshore safety training required - Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) - Place of work (City & country ) : Fano, Italy then Baku, Azerbaijan - Working Schedule : Resident 5 days per week  - Starting date : 01/11/2026 - Duration of the mission : 12 Months renewable