Summary
Jamie Thomson is a Senior Subsea Engineer with 15 years' hands-on experience in offshore drilling and subsea operations, currently leading subsea engineering for Stena Drilling from Inverness. He brings deep technical expertise in BOP systems, motion compensation and associated equipment, gained across roles from assistant engineer to senior supervisor on 6th generation drillships. A former Royal Air Force propulsion technician, Jamie pairs rigorous aircraft propulsion and maintenance discipline with subsea training (Moduspec) to deliver reliable, safety-focused solutions under operational pressure. Known for adaptability and resourcefulness, he consistently drives safe, efficient outcomes during complex offshore campaigns. His background in both aviation and subsea domains gives him a practical systems-thinking edge that improves equipment reliability and team performance.
14 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
NVQ Level 3, Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, NVQ Level 3, Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician at City & Guilds
S Grades; Maths, English, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, French & History, S Grades; Maths, English, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, French & History at Cults Academy
BTEC NC Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician, BTEC NC Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician at RAF Cosford
Subsea Engineer Training Program, Pass, Subsea Engineer Training Program, Pass at Moduspec