Piping Stress Engineer

DIRECT HIRE role located in Houston (West Side/Energy Corridor)

Job Summary

The Piping Stress Engineer will report to the Piping Department Manager and support the Lead Piping Engineer on assigned projects. The role involves conducting pipe stress analysis using Caesar II software, coordinating the design of piping support components, and ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. Candidates should have 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, expert knowledge of Caesar II, and strong skills in engineering, design, and project management.

Job Description

• Conducts pipe stress analysis of piping systems as per ASME Codes using Caesar II software program.
• Applies expert knowledge to develop innovative solutions to technically challenging projects.
• Responsible for the design of all piping support components.
• Coordinate the design of exclusive pipe supports as needed.
• Review the Client’s technical requirements for Piping Stress Engineering and establish the stress Design Basis/Philosophy for various load cases, specifications, standards, and guidelines for stress engineering execution.
• Performs static analysis using CAESAR II for the load cases such as dead weight, sustained loads, Thermal expansion/contraction, Wave acceleration, Hog/sag Deflections, occasional and environmental loads, blast load, fatigue, slug, transportation, module lift, and vibration analysis, FIV and AIV.
• Perform evaluation of nozzle loads utilizing WRC 107/297 capability of Caesar II program.
• Perform FEA evaluation of stresses at nozzles, or for determining user-calculated SIFs, using NozzlePro, FE/Pipe, or other FEA software.
• Conduct complex engineering tasks along with key engineering work properly and efficiently.
• Provides input to project scheduling for dependencies, durations, and manpower requirements. Develops plans for sharing resources among competing projects, including management of subcontractors.
• Able to extract of engineering data from CAD drawings as well as computer models.
• Interact frequently with various engineering disciplines and departments.
• Review vendor drawing submittals and conduct technical bid evaluation.
• Develop and issue parameters, data sheets, and varied construction documents.
• Provide technical guidance to Pipe designers or drafters and engineers working on the same pipe stress project.
• Participate in reviews of PFDs, P&IDs, Piping ISOs, & Structural Drawings.
• Responsible for engineering quality and timeliness in a highly cross-functional engineering environment.
• Responsible to produce deliverables, which may include, specifications, design calculations, progress reports, correspondence, procedures, analyses bid evaluations, Engineering Change Notices, study reports, and various 3rd party submissions.
• Provides technical support on piping matters, from the proposal stage to aftermarket, including vendor comparison and selection, fabrication site support, installation, start-up, and operation.
• Has a thorough understanding and knowledge of relevant Codes and Standards not limited to, ASME, API, ABS, and other guidelines.

Skills Required

• 10 years of experience in Oil & Gas FPSO, Offshore platforms, Petrochemical, or Refinery Industries.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience as Piping Stress Engineer/Lead Stress Engineer for FPSO/offshore Platform based Projects.
• Expert knowledge in the use of Caesar II pipe stress analysis software.
• Expert knowledge of offshore piping design and industry codes.
• Experience and capabilities in AVEVA Modules (E3D, MDS, AVEVA Engineering) are a plus.
• Well-versed in Navisworks.
• Able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge in Piping and layout engineering, procurement, and cost-effectiveness, with a proven track record on projects in the upstream oil and gas sector.
• Strong knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, and AutoCAD is a definite plus.
• Possesses a basic knowledge of offshore production process requirements and the capability of developing P&IDs from customer specifications.
• Familiarity with codes, standards, regulations, and practices applicable to the design and construction of onshore and offshore structures/production facilities.
• A self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision, make sound decisions, take independent action, analyze problems, and provide focused solutions to assigned projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work well with people at all levels in the organization.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

"We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law."

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