Engineering

Phoenix’s engineering division is uniquely equipped to meet the complex demands of offshore and subsea operations. Our multidisciplinary team includes experts in electrical, mechanical, ocean and marine engineering, as well as naval architecture—bringing a comprehensive skill set to every challenge.

From designing advanced underwater robotics and custom subsea systems to developing innovative solutions for the offshore energy sector, our engineers deliver results that are reliable, efficient, and field-proven. Whether improving existing tools or engineering entirely new capabilities, Phoenix has the experience and creativity to solve today’s most demanding subsea problems.

Engineering Capabilities

• Concept Phase Engineering and Planning
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED)
• Advanced Underwater Robotics System Design and Build
• Research and Development
• 3D Modeling and Design
• Hydrostatic Testing and Evaluation
• Finite Element Analysis

Operational Support Capabilities

Phoenix offers clients worldwide access to a highly skilled team of electrical, mechanical, ocean, and marine engineers, supported by top-tier CAD designers. For more than 25 years, our engineering staff has consistently delivered practical, innovative solutions across a broad range of subsea and offshore challenges.

From designing and building complex subsea vehicles to developing robust underwater rigging plans, Phoenix engineers have the expertise to support the full lifecycle of marine operations. We also provide on-site engineering support for critical offshore projects, including riser installations and tension leg platform repairs—ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable execution in even the most demanding environments. Other operational support capabilities include:

• Vessel Load-out Drawings
• Logistics Planning
• On-site Engineering
• Procedure Development
• Documentation and Reports

Focused Innovation for Subsea Challenges

At Phoenix, we understand the demanding nature of the offshore and marine industries—and the critical need for specialized robotics, tooling, and underwater systems to get the job done safely and efficiently. To meet these needs, we’ve built a robust research and development capability dedicated to solving complex subsea challenges. Our R&D efforts are driven by real-world operational demands and focus on delivering innovative, field-ready solutions that enhance performance and reliability in the harshest environments. Through this capability, we have designed and built a wide range of specialized solutions, including:

• Advanced Underwater Robotics
  • In-house designed and built Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
    • Remora II & III
    • Curv 21
    • Hydros
    • xBot® Micro-ROV
    • Horizon
  • AUV payload development and support, including leak detection, magnetometer, sonar, and pinger locator payloads for a variety of vehicles such as Bluefin-21, Iver3, ISE Explorer, and Hugin
• Expert Underwater Systems
  • Tele-Presence
  • Cofferdams
  • Sea Chest Inspection System
  • Pinger Locator Systems
  • Saturation Diving System
  • Submarine Rescue System
• Subsea Technology
  • Programmable Logic Controller-based Control Systems
  • Seawater Inflatable Systems
  • Specialty ROV and Diver Tooling
  • Pressure-Tolerant Electronics
  • Rigging Design, Installation, and Recovery (surface to deep water)

These innovations reflect Phoenix’s commitment to delivering tailored, mission-ready solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients across the subsea industry.