Apprentice - Simulations Engineer

Company Profile

Overview

Since year 2003, Oceaneering’s India Center has been an integral part of operations for Oceaneering’s robust product and service offerings across the globe. This center caters to diverse business needs, from oil and gas field infrastructure, subsea robotics to automated material handling & logistics.

Our multidisciplinary team offers a wide spectrum of solutions, encompassing Subsea Engineering, Robotics, Automation, Control Systems, Software Development, Asset Integrity Management, Inspection, ROV operations, Field Network Management, Graphics Design & Animation, and more.

In addition to these technical functions, Oceaneering India Center plays host to several crucial business functions, including Finance, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Information Technology (IT), Human Resources (HR), and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE).

Our world class infrastructure in India includes modern offices, industry-leading tools and software, equipped labs, and beautiful campuses aligned with the future way of work. Oceaneering in India as well as globally has a great work culture that is flexible, transparent, and collaborative with great team synergy.

At Oceaneering India Center, we take pride in “Solving the Unsolvable” by leveraging the diverse expertise within our team. Join us in shaping the future of technology and engineering solutions on a global scale.

Position Summary

Position Summary and Location:

All work scopes to be executed under supervision/ mentor. Design and Develop System/ Plant models until their validation against all required technical specifications Execute Robotics Simulations pertaining to mission planning. Candidate shall be located at Chandigarh.

Duties And Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential

Candidate Shall -

• Have a basic understanding of programming languages like - Python, MATLAB, C based software development lifecycle
• Be familiar with Electro-hydraulic/ Electro-Mechanical System Modelling concepts along with know-how of various associated tools – MATLAB, Simulink, Automation Studio, etc.
• Have foundational level understanding of communication protocols and OSI 7 layers models and related services
• Have a basic understating of Controller-plant relation/ real time simulations
• Assist in delivering HIL/MIL/SIL simulations along with testing and validation
• Be willing to learn the math behind ML and DL based algorithms
• Have a good understanding of controllers, PID controllers, system level model generation to component level modelling/simulation
• Generate/create models, virtual test environments to simulate real-world conditions and evaluate robotic system performance.
• Validate performance of simulation models under real-world operating conditions
• Proficiency in programming with a strong understanding of engineering concepts for creating robotics solutions.
• Perform kinematic & dynamics analysis to design/ develop/ simulate different types of robotic solutions
• Be trained on to develop mission simulators for subsea operations
• Strong analytical skills to analyze and optimize the physics-based 1D and 3D models for accurate and realistic simulation performance.
• Collaborate with offshore operations teams to understand the practical challenges robots face in real-world applications.
• Proficiency in software development, debugging & refactoring
• Execute complex projects, under supervision, from start to delivery until the qualification of the product through verification & validation etc.
• Study subsea oil & gas market opportunities to identify needs & problems, generate and screen ideas, make business cases.
• Benchmark competitor’s products of the relevant segment with reference to technology, features, construction, materials, reliability, quality, cost etc.
• Explore information available from all sources, including journals, online published content, subscribed newsletters etc. Conduct literature survey, Patent landscape analysis etc.
• Conduct reviews and participate in concept brainstorming sessions.
• Ascertain compliance with established Engineering processes by the engineering team
• Liaise with external research agencies/vendors or Institutes to develop technology and products/prototypes that provide strategic advantage to Oceaneering in the marketplace.
• Act as single point of contact for one or more business units for product development projects.
• Communicate with business units to understand their design & analysis needs.
• Define scope of work
• Plan jobs for duration, cost, etc.
• Have resources allocated.
• Share regular updates about work with client.
• Monitor performance on relevant key performance indicators.
• Prepare & conduct technical training.
• Should be open to travel as per business needs.
• Work towards individual goals aligned with department and organizational objectives.
• Guide team members to have them accomplish their performance goals.
• Comply to organizational HR policies and procedures.
• Understand and adhere to organizational HSE policies and practices.
  
  

Non-Essential

• Have some hands-on experience or basic knowledge of operating electro-hydraulic systems and understanding components like motors, drives, actuators, embedded hardware, PLCs, and controllers.
• Be familiar with the basics of systems such as Remotely Operated Vehicles, Manipulators, Mobile Robots, and Drones, including their kinematics and dynamics.
• Have a basic understanding or interest in Graphics, Animation, and Design concepts.
  
  

Safety

• Ensure that the Safety policies and procedures are understood and adhered to so far as is reasonably practicable to ensure a safe working environment.
  
  

Other

• Carry out work in accordance with the Company Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems.
• Perform the assigned tasks with due diligence regarding the Integrated Management Systems on the Company.
• Eliminate waste of whatever form, suggest the use of more environmentally friendly substances and practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of the environment.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has/does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.
  
  

Reporting Relationship

• Manager – Product Engineering
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Required

• Post Graduation (master’s degree) / Graduation (bachelor’s degree) in Mechatronics/ Robotics Engineering. (0+ years experience)
  
  

Desired

• Familiarity with programming languages like – Embedded C programming, C++, C#, Python, MATLAB, Jython,
• Familiarity with Unity 3D, Vortex, Unreal Engine, MATLAB
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Familiarity with Communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, TCP/IP, OPCUA, MQTT
• Familiarity with Software Functional Safety (ISO 26262 etc.)
• Familiarity with Data Science
• Understanding and debugging communication services such as UART etc
• Good understanding of Azure cloud
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Characteristics:

An individual should demonstrate the following competencies & qualities to be able to perform this role successfully:

• Communication skills
• Teamwork & Interpersonal skills
• Analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills.
• Organizing & planning skills
• Mentoring skills
• Leadership abilities
• Patent landscape analysis.
  
  

How To Apply

Oceaneering’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants.

Closing Statement

Working Conditions

This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows.

• Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night
• Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace
• Work surface is stable (flat)
  
  

How To Apply

In addition, we make a priority of providing learning and development opportunities to enable employees to achieve their potential and take charge of their future. As well as developing employees in a specific role, we are committed to lifelong learning and ongoing education, including developing people skills and identifying future supervisors and managers. Every month, hundreds of employees are provided with training, including HSE awareness, apprenticeships, entry and advanced level technical courses, management development seminars, and leadership and supervisory training.

We have a strong ethos of internal promotion. We can offer long-term employment and career advancement across countries and continents.

Working at Oceaneering means that if you have the ability, drive, and ambition to take charge of your future-you will be supported to do so and the possibilities are endless.