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Engineer I

Oceaneering International, Inc.
parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement
United States, Virginia, Chesapeake
2155 Steppingstone Square (Show on map)
Feb 21, 2026
Company Profile

Oceaneering Marine Services Division (MSD) has over 30 years of experience providing full-service submarine and surface ship repairs supporting maintenance and alterations aboard commercial and U.S. military vessels. We are SUBSAFE and DSS-SOC certified and perform high-consequence maintenance on assets that operate in demanding environments.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.


Position Summary

Oceaneering's Marine Services Division (MSD), located in Chesapeake, Virginia, is seeking an Engineer I focused on NEW DESIGN DEVELOPMENT to support engineering and design activities in Chesapeake, VA. This role is ideal for an engineer who wants to create new systems, develop original solutions, and contribute to cutting-edge projects supporting submarine and deep-submergence platforms.
The Engineer I applies a solid foundation of engineering principles to design new components, systems, and assemblies, working under the direction of a Mentor, Project Engineer or Design Engineering Manager. The role also requires collaboration with QA, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Test teams to transition new designs from concept through production, integration, and verification.


Duties And Responsibilities
  • Perform engineering tasks focused on new system and component design, including concept development, modeling, analysis, and documentation.
  • Help to solve design challenges involving conflicting requirements, unique materials, and multi-disciplinary constraints.
  • Apply sound technical judgment, creativity, and independent evaluation to develop innovative solutions.
  • Help to develop engineering designs, models, drawings, and calculation packages.
  • Work effectively in an ISO-9000 environment with rapidly changing priorities.
  • Participate in Technical Working Groups to improve design processes and capabilities.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Ocean, Nuclear) or Naval Architecture.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CAD tools such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
  • U.S. citizenship (no dual citizenship).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

DESIRED:

  • Master's degree in related field.
  • Proficiency in MathCad, Solidworks Simulation or Ansys.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Understanding of Finite Element Analysis principles-SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS Workbench preferred.
  • "Self-starter" attitude that is capable of working on a multidisciplinary engineering team.
  • Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to new design challenges.

Additional Information

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.


Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, veteran status,disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.


How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.


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