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2nd Assistant Engineer

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listing for: Transocean
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Safety Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 160000 USD Yearly USD 120000.00 160000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Offshore Maintenance Group

Transocean is focused on being the employer of choice for the drilling industry.

We are challenging ourselves every day to push the performance of the company through technological advances and passion for our work.

Job Summary
  • Supervise the maintenance and repair of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment onboard the vessel
  • Exercise effective control and efficient operation of the technical and mechanical aspects of the rig with due regard to personnel safety, the rig, and protection of the environment
Job Description REPORTING

Reports to 1st Assistant Engineer

SUPERVISION

Supervises 3rd Assistant Engineer and Motor Operator

PRE-REQUISITE/QUALIFICATION
  • High School Diploma (U.S.)/ Proof of Completion of Formal Education or Relevant Craft Certificate (where applicable)
  • Successful Military Discharge – Preferred for U.S.
  • Graduate of Trade School or University where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements – Preferred
  • Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates
  • Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling unit
  • Basic computer skills
  • Valid 2nd Engineer Unlimited License (Class 2 Motor above 3000kW)
  • Norway Specific:
    Must hold qualifications in accordance with relevant authority requirements and the requirements of the Havtil  Regulations.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Promotes a Safe and Respectful Work Environment:
    Proactively promotes and maintains a healthy respect for open and transparent dialogue between all levels of personnel.
  • Demonstrates care for the safety and well-being of all personnel, at all times. Invests in each person to provide equal opportunity for development and advancement of those qualified, to fulfill their career objectives. Respects the dignity of all personnel and recognizes their merit.
  • Attend and participate in all required Safety and Operational meetings.
  • Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process, competency assessments based on performance against Operational Discipline requirements.
  • Complete company training requirements for the 2nd Assistant Engineer job level as per the training matrix, including in local/regulatory requirements.
  • If applicable, the duties and responsibilities in the safety case for this position must be observed.
  • Full participation in emergency drills and respond to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the station bill.
  • Norway Specific:
    Responsible to follow up on the working environment within the rig department.
OPERATIONAL DISCIPLINE REQUIREMENTS
  • Disciplined application and participation in the Task Planning & Risk Assessment Process.
  • This is inclusive of:
  • Understanding and perform the roles and responsibilities as assigned at the pre-job meeting.
  • Understanding the hazards associated with the task.
  • Understanding and effectively implementing the control measures required to mitigate identified hazards.
  • Execute all tasks and task steps in a disciplined manner, following the sequence detailed in the relevant procedures.
  • Recognize at risk behavior or conditions during tasks and call ‘Time out for Safety’ when unsure, or when the job does not go as planned.
  • Participate in After Action Reviews to feedback lessons learned from performing the task.
HSE REQUIREMENTS
  • Demonstrate commitment and leadership in the protection of personnel, the environment, and assets.
  • Coach personnel in the understanding of applicable Company OI & HSE requirements.
  • Ensure work is executed in accordance with Company OI & HSE requirements.
  • Call a Time Out when a real or perceived at risk behavior or unsafe condition is observed.
  • Coach personnel to use Work Sight ENGAGE during the execution of planned work.
  • Use Work Sight COACH during the execution of planned work and daily…
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