Principal Static Equipment Engineer
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Job Description
Overview / Responsibilities: Wood currently has a requirement for a Principal Static Equipment Engineer / Discipline Manager. The position forms part of our core team based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.
- Day to day running of Mechanical Department with responsibility for recruitment, training, task allocation, technical audits, department development
- Experienced as Lead Engineer covering all Mechanical Equipment disciplines
- Specific responsibility for Static Equipment / Packaged Equipment issues and deliverables on projects at all stages of the design process from data sheet preparation to inspection and testing
- Mechanical man-hour estimates and man power planning for all project phases
- Prepare design calculations for new pressure vessels, heat exchangers and tanks using PV Elite and Tank software
- Generate equipment sketches using AutoCAD
- Preparation of Equipment Technical Specifications, Mechanical Data Sheets & Material Requisitions
- Technical evaluation / clarification of static / packaged equipment vendor bids, plus the technical bid evaluation reports to support order placement
- Review of Process Data Sheets, PFDs, P&IDs
- Input into scope of work, basis of design and FEED reports
- Project technical support - familiarity with risk assessments, design reviews, constructability, HAZOPS
- Support to Quality in terms of development of inspection and test plans and attendance during inspection and testing as necessary
- Review / comment on vendor documentation
- Management of supplier designs and act as focal point for control of supplier interfaces, including the co-ordination of multi-discipline engineering interfaces
- Technical support for installation and commissioning
- Undertaking site surveys for mechanical equipment where required
- Plan and monitor execution of equipment activities against project schedule and budgets
- Execution of work demonstrating commitment to safety and quality
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 20 years’ experience within the petrochemical and / or oil and gas industry working for an established contractor, operator or consultancy
- Previous experience in the execution of FEED and EPC Projects
- Extensive experience designing pressure vessels, heat exchangers and tanks
- Knowledge of International Codes applicable to Process Plant fabrication and design (ASME IX, ASME VIII, ASME B31.3, API 620, API 650, API 660 and API 661)
- Flexible attitude, with good written and verbal communication skills
- Able to effectively work and communicate within a multi-cultural environment
- Computer literate with Microsoft office
- Experience of mentoring / coaching less experienced engineers and acting in a capacity as Lead Engineer covering all Mechanical Equipment disciplines
- Experience of Saudi Aramco would be an advantage but not essential
- Experience working on Middle East Projects would be an advantage but not essential
- Chartered Engineer or actively working towards achieving Chartered status
Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com Diversity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1423501
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationAl Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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EducationNot mentioned