Rigid Pipelines Engineer

Senior Engineer, Rigid Pipelines

Location: Basingstoke
Duration: 12 months+
Inside IR35 contract

Location Highlights: located central Basingstoke, is a landmark office with ample parking and is a mere five-minute walk from the mainline railway station. The location is conveniently close to the M3, enhancing accessibility for commuters.

Role Description: As a Senior Engineer specializing in Rigid Pipelines, you will play a critical role in pioneering new technologies on dynamic projects, contributing to the global shift towards a ‘net zero’ future. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and capabilities within a leading international energy company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, comment, and validate key EPC engineering documents.
• Ensure consistency in pipeline seismic design, thermal expansion, buoyancy, and upheaval buckling studies.
• Validate pipeline routing adjustments, alignment sheets, GIS, and other related documents.
• Ensure pipeline design and installation meet the standards of DNVGL-ST-F101, ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8, BSI PD 8010-Part1, BSI PD8010-Part2 API RP 1110, API RP 1104, etc.
• Validate key specifications, requisitions, designs, procedures, and layout arrangements issued by installation contractors.
• Ensure the alignment of various disciplines including Interfaces, Process, Flow Assurance, Material & Corrosion, Operations, Instrumentation, Civil, and Electrical.
• Assist in managing the pipeline design and installation contractors.
• Prepare key technical papers on critical issues.

Candidate Requirements:

• Graduate Masters or Bachelor engineering degree with a specialization in pipeline/material engineering.
• Demonstrable experience as a discipline specialist on large oil & gas projects, both academically and in the field.
• Knowledge of Welding and NDE techniques (UT, RT, PT, MT and computerized versions of same).
• Good knowledge of fracture mechanics, engineering critical assessment methods, and strain-based design.
• Experience with pipe manufacturing, hot induction bending, and forging industries.
• Previous experience with pipe coating and onshore facilities.
• Good communication skills and computer literacy.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural business environment.
• English language proficiency is mandatory.

Software Proficiency:

• AutoCAD
• DNV PET / SESAM Package including DNVGL-RP-F101 corrosion pipeline
• Orcaflex, SAGE, and/or ABAQUS (preferable)
• Familiarity with NORSOK M-506