Lead Engineer- Stress (Piping)

Hanwha Ocean is undergoing a transformative journey, evolving from a traditional shipbuilder into a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solutions provider, offering products such as FPSO, FLNG, Offshore Renewables and other Floating Production Units.

The Offshore Business Division is proud to announce the establishment of new Global Business Centers marking a significant milestone in our journey toward becoming a project-centric and client-driven organization. This strategic expansion enhances our ability to deliver exceptional project execution and knowledge-driven operational models by seamlessly integrating the upstream cultures of Asia, Europe, and America.

Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the offshore industry.

Position Overview:

The Lead Piping Stress Engineer leads and controls Piping engineering activities and act as a senior technical expert responsible for leading the project and providing advanced technical guidance for Stress Analysis and piping related engineering activities mainly in the Topside facilities for FPSO/FLNG or Offshore facilities. 

Lead Piping Stress Engineer assist Head of Discipline for managing a corporate organization and mentors junior Engineers.

Lead Piping Stress Engineer develops corporate technical standards/procedures, workflow, engineering platform and keep them updated, integral, practical and fit to purpose with incorporating Project Lesson Learnt.

Lead Piping Engineer conducts technical validation and quality assurance (input/output data accuracy, technical appropriateness, consistency, practicality, code, optimum solution and regulatory compliance), provides technical advice or takes a lead as Project Discipline Lead - Topside Piping in executing Feasibility /Conceptual Study/Pre-FEED/FEED, EPCI Engineering for FPSO/FLNG or Offshore facilities projects.  

This role may require frequent travel to the US, Europe, and Asia.

The ideal candidate of the position will have a strong background in Offshore Oil & Gas Industry.

The strategic focus will also include providing support to Hanwha Ocean engineering teams based in USA/Netherland/Singapore/India and elsewhere as necessary including Conceptual, pre-FEED and FEED for projects in the offshore area in the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Focal point for Topside Piping Stress in Project Team and Communicate with Clients.
• Update and Maintain EPCI and O & M Phase Lesson Learnt database
• Ensure all engineering documents are prepared and developed in accordance with relevant design code, standard, client’s project specification and quality management system.
• Ensure Compliance with various ASME, API codes & standards and regulatory requirements
• Perform Pipe Stress Analysis of critical piping systems using CAESAR II software
• Knowledge of Stress analysis for Compressor, Pumps, Air Coolers piping system
• Perform flange leakage checks, blast analysis, transit analysis, slug checks, wind and seismic analysis
• Design and selection of pipe supports, spring hangers & expansion joint
• Assign criticality rating based on pipe stress design basis and prepare critical line list.
• Perform isometrics checking for critical and non-critical lines using Review model and ensure support types selected in line with stress requirements
• Perform reinforcement evaluation at pipe supports and branch connections
• Manage interface with all relevant disciplines to get necessary information for engineering or to provide data to other disciplines for their engineering
• Perform reinforcement evaluation at pipe supports and branch connections
• Evaluate Stress, Displacement, Forces and moments on restraints for support design and Evaluate piping loads within allowable nozzle loads
• Fully conversant with Anchor study requirements. 
• Develop Project piping support specification & Design Basis.
• Prepare specifications, RFQs, TBEs for Spring Hangers, Expansion Joints and any miscellaneous pipe supports like U-Bolts etc. on offshore facilities.
• Review of vendor proposals, prepare technical bid clarifications, attend clarification meetings. Review and approve vendor data and deliverables.
• Review Vendor Documents, Engineering Deliverables such as P&ID, PMS, Layout, Pipe Routing etc. and ensure full compliance with contract requirements and meet with company/client specifications
• Report Area of Concerns, Progress and Plan to Head of Discipline
• Review and approve the work of less experienced team members to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Conduct feasibility studies, Pre-FEED, FEED, FEED Verification (Inception of EPCI Phase) and EPCI phase Engineering
• Provide engineering review and support for bid proposal including estimate of manhour and cost.
• Raise Technical Queries towards the client’s project documents, Design basis to ensure all scopes of work and design basis are clarified
• Provide engineering support for construction, commissioning and operation team

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 15 years working experience with 7 years’ experience in Oil & Gas industries (FPSO contractor or Offshore/Onshore EPC contractor)
• Minimum 1 FPSO / FLNG / Offshore FEED/EPCI Project experience
• leadership skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Fluent in English, with strong oral and written communication skills

Diversity and Inclusion:

Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.