Lead Piping Engineer

Position: Lead Piping Engineer

Qualification: B.E/B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering)

Experience Level: 10+ years

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Piping Engineer to join our team. As a Senior Piping Engineer, you will play a key role in overseeing and executing piping design engineering activities in the fertilizer, petrochemical, and oil and gas plants industry. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.E/B.Tech.), a minimum of 10 years of industry experience, and a strong proficiency in basic and detailed piping design engineering activities. You should have in-depth knowledge of piping materials, codes and standards, statutory approval drawings/documentation, and piping stress analysis. Additionally, experience in guiding and training a team, working with CAD tools such as E3D, SP3D/PDMS, PDS, Caesar II, MicroStation, and AutoCAD, as well as experience in Engineering Construction or QA/QC, are highly desirable.

Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Lead and supervise a team of piping engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and support.
2. Oversee and execute basic and detailed piping design engineering activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards.
3. Conduct piping material selection and specification, considering project requirements and industry best practices.
4. Review and approve piping design drawings, including layouts, isometrics, and support drawings.
5. Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements for piping design.
6. Perform piping stress analysis using software tools such as Caesar II to ensure system integrity and safety.
7. Guide and train junior engineers and designers, fostering their professional development.
8. Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to coordinate piping design activities and resolve design conflicts.
9. Review and evaluate contractor/vendor proposals related to piping systems and provide technical recommendations.
10. Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and hazard and operability (HAZOP) studies.
11. Prepare and review technical specifications, data sheets, and material requisitions for piping components.
12. Support procurement and construction teams during material procurement and installation phases.
13. Provide technical assistance and resolve piping-related issues during construction, commissioning, and operation stages.
14. Ensure compliance with project schedules and milestones for piping design deliverables.
15. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, sharing lessons learned and best practices.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.E/B.Tech.).
2. Minimum of 10 years of industry experience in the fertilizer, petrochemical, or oil and gas plants industry.
3. Strong proficiency in basic and detailed piping design engineering activities.
4. In-depth knowledge of piping materials, codes, and standards (e.g., ASME, ANSI, API) applicable to the industry.
5. Experience in statutory approval drawings/documentation and piping stress analysis.
6. Proven experience in guiding and training a team of engineers and designers.
7. Proficiency in CAD tools such as E3D, SP3D/PDMS, PDS, Caesar II, MicroStation, and AutoCAD.
8. Familiarity with Engineering Construction or QA/QC processes and requirements.
9. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
10. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
11. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet project deadlines.
12. Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental considerations in piping design.
13. Professional certifications or memberships related to piping engineering are advantageous.