Principal Static Equipment Engineer

Requirements & Summary
Company Details




Company: Wood
Skills: Mechanical Engineering
Experience: 20 + Years
Education: Bachelors/3-5 yr Degree
Location: Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia





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, etc
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, etc.,
Input into scope of work, basis of design and FEED reports
Project technical support - familiarity with risk assessments, design reviews, constructability, HAZOPs, etc
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

Skills / Qualifications
 
 

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

Company Overview
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.
 
 




Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering 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. At Wood our common purpose is to ‘unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.’ Through the delivery of our Consulting, Project and Operations solutions across energy and the built environment we deliver exceptional returns for our clients, our people, our investors and the communities where we live and work. Visit us at  www.woodplc.com and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
 




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Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Engine

Full Time

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Published On 08-08-2022