Operations Engineer - Lead (Structure)
The client has indicated a preference for candidates already authorised to work in Malaysia. Applications from candidates who need sponsorship will be considered but are less likely to progress.
- Discipline
- Structural
- Project phase
- Detailed Engineering · Procurement · Construction & Installation · Commissioning & Startup
- Asset type
- Upstream Oil & Gas
- Languages
- English
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Overview
Our client is looking for an Operations Engineer - Lead (Structure) to support an offshore marginal field development project in Malaysia. The project involves the transportation and installation (T&I) of wellhead platforms. The Lead is responsible for the structural operations engineering for the offshore campaign.
This covers load-out, sea-fastening, transportation, and the installation of jackets, piles and topsides. The role reports to the Operations/Project Manager and works closely with the engineering, marine, survey and offshore teams.
Scope of work
Scope of Work
Lead the structural operations engineering for platform transportation and installation activities.
Develop and review T&I engineering deliverables, including load-out, sea-fastening, transportation, lifting and upending, launching and installation procedures.
Review and verify the structural analyses for each phase, such as in-place, lifting, transportation, piling and grouting.
Prepare and review installation procedures and work instructions, together with risk assessments and lift plans.
Coordinate with the fabrication yard, engineering contractors, marine and vessel teams, and offshore survey to make sure the interfaces are managed.
Support offshore execution by providing technical guidance on structure-related issues, deviations and changes.
Review the vessel and equipment requirements, including crane capacity, rigging and installation aids.
Manage the technical queries (TQs), concession requests and engineering changes raised by the client and third parties.
Prepare engineering reports and as-built documentation, and support the close-out and handover.
Ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, and HSE and quality requirements.
Guide and mentor junior structural and operations engineers.
Key requirements
- Key Requirements
- Degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Marine/Naval Architecture).
- At least 10 to 15 years of oil and gas experience, including at least 5 years in offshore structural or T&I engineering in a senior or lead role.
- Proven experience in the T&I of fixed offshore platforms, including jackets, topsides and wellhead platforms.
- Strong knowledge of structural analysis and offshore codes and standards such as API RP 2A, DNV, ISO 19902 and ISO 19901.
- Hands-on experience with structural analysis software such as SACS, or equivalent.
- Sound understanding of lifting, load-out, sea-fastening, upending, piling and grouting operations.
- Experience working with marine warranty surveyors (MWS) and third-party verification bodies.
- Strong leadership, communication and coordination skills.
- Willing to work offshore and to travel to fabrication yards when required.
- Added Advantages
- Experience with marginal field or wellhead platform developments.
- Experience working with Petronas or Malaysian oil and gas standards and procedures.
- Offshore campaign or project management experience.
- Familiarity with heavy-lift vessel operations.