Principal Installation Analysis Engineer

Mcdermott International, Ltd; Rio de Janeiro; Presencial; BRL 360 000 - 720 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Mcdermott International, Ltd in Brazil seeks a Principal Installation Analysis Engineer to interpret complex business issues and recommend best practices within the Engineering function. You will lead conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses, delivering compliant designs and coordinating across disciplines.

The role requires deep expertise in Installation Analysis, ability to manage interfaces with customers and auditors, and to guide junior staff while maintaining high professional standards.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 15–20 years of oil and gas construction and installation design experience.
• Knowledgeable in design techniques, standards, codes and guidelines; project coordination and execution; registered professional engineer preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses and design per design basis, project specs, codes and standards.
• Prepare clear design calculations, reports and procedures; manage time and resources; lead engineering team when required.
• Interface with other disciplines and departments to obtain inputs; ensure clash-free designs and timely deliverables.
• Lead the discipline execution on projects, plan scope, deliverables, schedule, and manpower; attend project meetings and audits.

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Overview

The Principal Installation Analysis Engineer is responsible for interpreting internal or external business issues and recommending best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex Installation Analysis-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Installation Analysis Engineer may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in Installation Analysis. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in Installation Analysis as well as broad knowledge of the Installation Analysis discipline within the Engineering function.

Job Description

Job Overview

The Principal Installation Analysis Engineer is responsible for interpreting internal or external business issues and recommending best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex Installation Analysis-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Installation Analysis Engineer may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in Installation Analysis. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in Installation Analysis as well as broad knowledge of the Installation Analysis discipline within the Engineering function.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesPerform conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses and design as per design basis, project specifications, design codes, and standardsApply in-depth skills and broad knowledge of the business to address complex problems and nonstandard situationsPrepare clear and accurate detailed design calculations and analyses including design reports and - proceduresManage own time to meet objectives and (as Lead Engineer) forecast and plan resource requirementsCommunicate and explain difficult concepts and persuade others to adopt a point of viewWhen acting as Lead Engineer, in addition: Direct an Engineering team as a Lead EngineerLead the Discipline engineering design of the assigned work area and complete it within the planned schedule and budget, in accordance with standards, MDR, and project-specific procedures and to a high professional standardPlan, organize, and direct all aspects of Discipline execution on the assigned project including scope, deliverables, schedule, and all manpower resources - agree allocations with the Discipline ManagerEnsure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identifiedMaintain responsibility for progress and productivity, identifying any required corrective actionAct as project representative for Discipline during meetings with the Project Team, Customer discipline lead, and relevant agencies such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc. Become fully familiar with the project scope of work, specifications, schedule, and all inter-discipline requirements; including identifying concerns as early as practicable and taking appropriate initiatives to address issues, interpreting contractual requirements as they relate to engineering executionIdentify changes to scope and promptly raise change notifications, including providing any necessary supporting documentation and estimates Provide similar support for variation ordersInterface with all disciplines to develop clash-free designsInterface with other departments to obtain input for discipline designs and drawingsMaintain close coordination with other engineering disciplines, Planning, fabrication, Marine, and Project Management Teams, as requiredDocument substantive communications (communications that result in significant decisions or assignment of actions) and forward copies to Discipline Lead Engineer and Discipline ManagerPrepare estimates for bid proposals, including technical query reviews, execution statements, and manhour estimates, identifying software requirements and any other project-specific requirementsRaise technical queries to obtain missing information, clarify work scope, and maintain preferred Mc Dermott procedures, specifications, standards, practices, and operational requirementsPrepare, review, and (as Lead Engineer) approve engineering design basis, philosophies, and technical specificationsParticipate in finalizing deliverable lists and deliverables, ensuring compliance with specifications and functional integrityReview project schedule and fabrication schedule in relation to construction sequence, milestones, and engineering scopeAttend project kickoff and review meetings, vendor meetings, engineering meetings, and offshore site surveys, as requiredProvide technical direction and review of Designers producing products related to Installation Support EngineeringPrepare, review, and (as Lead Engineer) approve design reports and proceduresAssist in providing necessary design inputs to other disciplines to enable them to proceed with their deliverablesAssist procurement personnel in procuring discipline equipment, materials, and services; ensuring that work produced complies with Customer objectives and procedures Procurement assistance includes preparing, reviewing, and (as Lead Engineer) approving requisitions, evaluating technical quotations, and preparing queries, compiling bid tabulations and recommendations, preparing purchase requisitions, and coordinating with Procurement to expedite vendor documents, as directed by Discipline Lead EngineerAssist in updating weight report based on receipt of vendor informationReview and (as Lead Engineer) approve vendor and subcontractor submittals, checking for compliance with project specifications and providing comments as necessaryReview and (as Lead Engineer) approve design verification through single-discipline check /inter-discipline check (IDC)Provide technical support to all fabrication queries, including identifying defect/rectification requirementsKeep the Discipline Manager and Project Management Team apprised of all activities and concerns, technical, budgetary and manpower relatedAssist in providing inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports including associated productivityCheck final subcontractor and vendor data manuals to ensure that all requested data has been received and approvedPresent issues and problems to Customers in a timely manner and assist the Lead Engineer in negotiating resolution in accordance with project and company requirementsPerform (as required) Technical Quality Audit reviews in accordance with MDR Global ProceduresAssist Lead engineer with responses to Customers and other agencies (such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc.) on their review and approvalCapture lessons learned and enter into MDR's Lessons Learned systemGuide less experienced engineers on MDR and Discipline procedures, standards, worksheets, auditors, third parties, etc.) on their review and approvalSupervise and guide assigned engineers and coordinate with Lead Designers for Discipline engineering and design deliverablesResponsible for the engineering integrity of the assigned work areaMonitor costs of own work processesAssist in the maintenance of departmental technical guidelines and standard calculation notesParticipate in development and maintenance of Global Procedures, Software, and StandardsMay participate in standards development committees or task groups such as APIDevelop communication and presentation skills (e.g., write technical papers, participate in conferences and/or seminars, present design solutions, and/or present topics at 'lunch and learn'; etc.)Identify and provide training to staff in specific techniques and proprietary softwareProvide information on employee performance to the Discipline ManagerAssist the Discipline manager in interviewing job applicantsPerform, review, and (as Lead Engineer) approve Pipeline Installation engineering designs, analyses, evaluations, calculations, and procedures for loadout, transportation, and installation (including installation aids):Submarine pipelinesRisersSpoolsPLETS and manifoldsCablesPerform, review, and (as Lead Engineer) approve Structural Installation engineering designs, analyses, evaluations, calculations, and procedures for loadout, transportation, and installation (including installation aids) of offshore structures, including barge upgrades/modificationsWhen acting as Lead engineer, in addition: Act as project-based discipline point of contact in communications and meetings with customer counterpartsEnsure substantive communications are documentedPrepare bids and projects discipline engineering budget and execution plansIdentify project staff needs based on knowledge of individual engineer's skill sets and provide requests to the discipline managerPlan, organize, and assign tasks, responsibilities, and manhour budgets to the discipline team, and verify tasks are completed within budgetsPlan discipline deliverable schedule/register compliant with the overall execution planPrepare work forecasts identifying change management plans, corrective action, and real-time scheduleProvide discipline inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports including associated productivityAlert the project team of any deviation from the scope or a need for a change orderMonitor KPI measurement results and take corrective action as necessary to improve Discipline performance, including performance at interfaces with othersCoordinate with other Discipline Lead Engineers and Designers to ensure timely receipt of necessary design inputsReview and approve requisitions, technical quotation evaluations and queries, compiled bid tabulations and recommendations, and purchase requisitions: and coordinate with Procurement to expedite vendor documents as requiredLead the Discipline team during project audits (internal, Customer and third-party technical audits) and Design reviewsReview comments from customers & other agencies on documents and drawings produced by the team and resolve and give guidance on their update and incorporationAssist the Discipline manager in the preparation of quarterly forecasts and manpower planningAnticipate project engineering needs and plan accordinglyCoordinate with vendor for discipline-managed/produced itemsAssist the Discipline manager and Project Engineering Manager or Project Manager in the Performance Evaluation of project team membersReports to: Manager (Construction Support Eng)Liaise With: All Engineering disciplines, Fabrication Dept, Marine Dept, Safety Dept, Project Management Team, DocumentControl, Project Planner, Project Cost Controller, QC and Certification Group, Procurement Group, Subcontractors and Vendors, and CustomersSupervises: Senior Engineers and Engineers

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and EducationBachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering (Master's is a preference)15-20 years of experience in oil and gas with a major contractor or consultant predominantly performing construction and installation designDetailed knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods, and detailed knowledge of the theory, content, and application of standards, codes, and guidelines as applicable Knowledgeable in project coordination and execution skillsPreferably Registered Professional Engineer or member of a professional engineering society