Lead Pipeline Engineer (Aтырау 16/11/2020)

About the role

Is responsible and lead the definition of Pipelines requirements, calculations, routes, material selection. Is responsible for preparing SOW (Scope of Work) and Basis of design for contractors and monitoring progress and preparation of deliverables. Works without supervision participating in target identification and pipeline definition strategy. Activity is broad, relevant to every kind of pipeline subject. Provides the skills and experience that drives team to reach goals. Conducts Pipeline engineering studies for project in full autonomy. Provides Pipeline engineering input and contribute to success into various phases of project development as per Project Management Process framework. Participates in safety reviews and audits as needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and assess technical integrity of Company projects throughout their life cycle
• Identify and apply RoK Codes & Standards related to the Pipeline discipline and development of Pipeline Engineering Technical Specifications
• Participate in inspection of Pipeline equipment and in site visits during installation of Pipeline equipment
• Develop effective working relationships with relevant disciplines and stakeholders
• Visit Company onshore and offshore facilities to build a strong asset intimacy
• Develop Pipeline constructability Strategies and Procedures for facility projects in compliance with Kazakh Regulations and company adopted Standards (including International standards)
• Ensure and lead implementation of approved Pipeline procurement, fabrication and construction strategies and procedures for the project
• Continuously communicate Company requirements for World Class Standards to the Technical Service Department
• Participate in Troubleshooting / Inspection / 5Y (5 why) to establish root causes of failure (RCFA) and prepare Corrective plans
• Drive Quality Assurance and Control reviews to ensure the technical integrity, constructability, functionality and reliability of the project
• Ensure compliance by all stakeholders with the defined integrity assurance strategy for pipeline components and systems
• Liaise with the RoK technical law compliance engineer(s), to ensure that changes in RoK technical law are reflected in the integrity assurance strategy for pipeline components and systems
• Review deliverables produced by Engineering & Procurement Contractors
• Prepare DS (Data Sheets), TBE (Technical Bid Evaluation), requisitions relevant to pipeline materials
• Define interfaces with Existing Production Facilities and new installations, optimising installation and construction schedule, as well as minimising cost and safety risks
• Contribute to a data base of size, weight, cost and delivery time of major equipment and packages associated with offshore and onshore facilities
• Ensure that lessons learned from operations and activities performed and all experience gained in the relevant discipline is valued and capitalised
• Lead HSE discussion and workshops about pipelines
• Lead all necessary Value Engineering studies

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 12+ years relevant engineering, construction, maintenance and/or operations experience
• Relevant experience – inspection/maintenance activities in the specific area of competence – Oil&Gas pipelines/sealines – is mandatory
• Wide knowledge of concepts, best practices and procedures of pipeline selection/design/installation/commissioning
• Comprehensive Knowledge of international standards, codes and industry best practice for material selection
• Awareness of issues surrounding high pressure and high H2S facilities
• Familiarity with RoK and/or other Caspian projects Onshore and/or Offshore
• Experience during early project phase as concept selection, pre-feed and feed is mandatory

Required competences

• Highly motivated
• Can work and direct activities without supervision
• Demonstrable interpersonal & communication skills
• Ability to keep relation with Contractor/Vendors
• Energetic person with drive and stamina who is solution-oriented, and who can deal with a multitude of challenging issues positively
• Capability to work in team
• Good written and oral English language skills
• Computer literate
• HSSE driven mindset