What will you be doing?

Subsea7 are a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the energy industry. We make the offshore energy transition possible through the continuous evolution of lower-carbon oil and gas and by enabling the growth of renewables and emerging energy.

Our vision is to make possible the global delivery of offshore energy for today and tomorrow.

Our Graduate Engineering Programme 2026: Applications open from September 2025

Embark on a two-year Graduate Engineering Programme in Aberdeen, Scotland, and enjoy a variety of experiences which include formal global & local training sessions, on-the-job development, mentoring, personal development and offshore/site experience.

Our Graduate Engineering Programme will provide you with the skills and experience you need to make your career aspirations possible. Some of the additional benefits include:

• Access to an industry-leading structured training programme, accredited by recognised engineering institutions
• On-the-job training with hands-on experience
• Travel opportunities
• A competitive salary and access to a wide range of benefits
• Flexible working environment
• A friendly and collaborative culture
• Chartership support
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Being part of a globally diverse team
• Ongoing mentorship throughout your journey

The scheme involves both on and off-the-job development, exposes graduates to a variety of engineering experiences and elements of project execution spanning through tendering, early engineering, detailed design, installation engineering to offshore execution.

As a Graduate Engineer with Subsea 7 you will be recruited into a post within either our Discipline or Project Engineering functions

Discipline Engineering: Discipline Engineers in Central Engineering deliver specific, detailed engineering design & analysis services to projects, studies and tenders across a range of specialisms. These include Pipeline design (rigid, flexibles, spools and bundle pipeline systems), Structures, Welding, Materials, Coating & Corrosion, Piping, Controls & Umbilicals, Geotechnical, Pre-commissioning, Hydrodynamics and Technical Safety. This engineering design and analysis support is provided to all aspects of the energy business. A Graduate in Central Engineering will typically specialise in one of these discipline subjects and become competent in a specific area of engineering design.

Project Engineering: Project Engineers are primarily responsible for the execution and delivery of a variety of projects across Subsea Umbilicals, Risers & Flowlines (SURF) and Inspection, Repair and Maintenance (IRM) services. The roles are embedded in a project team responsible for the planning and engineering of installation and operational activities. They are onshore based with the requirement to go offshore and to site.

Main Duties and Responsibilities typically include:

• Under supervision, assist with production of technical documentation which may include, design calculations, analysis, reports, specifications, procedures, progress reports, bid evaluations, study reports and various 3rd-party submissions
• Consolidate knowledge in areas of discipline engineering, including design codes and standards, legislative requirements and current best engineering practice
• Awareness of clients' needs; address design parameters and problems; develop and implement solutions
• Participate in meetings/correspondence with Clients, subcontractors and 3rd parties in a junior capacity

What experience would we like you to have?

Our graduates typically have one of the following degrees:

• Mechanical
• Civil
• Subsea Engineering
• Structural
• Instrumentation and Controls
• Mechatronics
• Electrical and Electronic
• Welding & Materials
• Marine Engineering/Naval Architecture
• Materials Engineering
• Offshore Engineering

They are also expected to exhibit some of the following qualities and skills:

• Professional and mature attitude
• Technical ability
• Flexible and proactive approach to changes and challenges
• Initiative and personal responsibility
• Ability to communicate with impact
• Innovative and intelligent approach
• A team player, with the ability to work independently

Our commitment to you, Subsea 7 will provide you with:

• Support from both our local and corporate offices throughout your time on the scheme.
• Opportunities to develop your technical and non-technical skills by attendance at courses, through field trips, and in your day-to-day job.
• The chance to network with experts and the global graduate engineering community.

Our selection process is designed to be fair and inclusive. First, we'll review applications against the essential job criteria. If you meet these, you'll be invited to complete a short MS Form with screening questions. Top scorers will then have their CVs reviewed, and successful candidates will be invited to an assessment centre day in early December 2025.

The Graduate scheme is just the beginning - your professional and personal development journey continues throughout your career at Subsea 7. The positions are based in Westhill, Aberdeen and start in September 2026.

An environment where you can thrive
We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success.

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision-making and introduces new ways of thinking.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together.

What happens next?
If you would like to apply for this role, simply click the Apply button found on this page.

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Here are 3 top tips to help you submit a successful application:

• Make sure your CV is up-to-date and highlights the transferable skills and experience you can bring to this role.
• We would encourage you to include a cover letter as part of your application. It's your chance to tell us why you would be a brilliant addition to our team.
• Take your time with your application and check there are no errors before final submission

Once you have submitted your application, we will be in touch as soon as possible with next steps.
To find out more about Subsea7 visit our website here

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