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Joining the company means contributing to complex international projects within a high-performance industrial environment.\n The SPS Hardware Engineer is responsible for coordinating and following up engineering, qualification, manufacturing, testing and installation support for Connection Systems, SDUs, UTAs, HFLs, foundation structures and general subsea hardware during EPFS execution, under the direction of the SPS Engineering Lead.\nAct as the Company engineering focal point for the assigned hardware scope and coordinate day-to-day technical activities with the SPS Contractor and suppliers.\nReview contractor design bases, calculations, drawings, specifications, material requirements and procedures against contractual requirements, Company specifications and applicable standards.\nCoordinate with materials, welding, corrosion and QA/QC specialists on material selection, welding qualification, NDT, coating, cathodic protection and traceability requirements.\nSupport technical bid 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