Lead Corrosion Engineer

Airswift; Madrid; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift, Madrid, seeks an experienced Lead Corrosion Engineer for a major PMC-backed Gas Processing project. You will provide technical leadership across the project lifecycle and work with multidisciplinary teams, EPC contractors, and the end client.

The role is office-based in Madrid with a 12-month renewable contract, start ASAP, and requires 10+ years in Oil & Gas with PMC and major energy project experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline required.
• Minimum 10+ years in Oil & Gas with corrosion engineering background.
• Senior/Lead level experience in PMC environments and major energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all corrosion engineering activities within the PMC team.
• Review and approve EPC contractor deliverables related to corrosion and materials engineering.
• Provide technical input on material selection, corrosion control, and integrity management.
• Ensure compliance with project specs, codes, and client standards.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and technical workshops.
• Support asset integrity, corrosion monitoring, inspection, and risk-based assessment.
• Interface with client, licensors, EPC contractors, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Report writing

Multinational teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials/Metallurgical/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Lead Corrosion Engineer

Location: Madrid, Spain (100% Office-Based)

Contract Type: 12-Month Renewable Contract

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Lead Corrosion Engineer to join a major PMC (Project Management Consultancy) team supporting a large-scale Gas Processing project. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for corrosion engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle and work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, EPC contractors, and the end client. This position will be based full-time in Madrid, Spain and offers the opportunity to contribute to a significant international energy project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all corrosion engineering activities within the PMC team.
• Review and approve EPC contractor deliverables related to corrosion and materials engineering.
• Provide technical input on material selection, corrosion control, and integrity management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, international codes, and client standards.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, technical workshops, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Support asset integrity, corrosion monitoring, inspection, and risk-based assessment activities.
• Review corrosion studies, material requisitions, technical bid evaluations, and vendor documentation.
• Interface with the client, licensors, EPC contractors, and project stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Ensure engineering activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project schedules.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10+ years of relevant Oil & Gas experience.
• Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Corrosion Engineer on major energy projects.
• Strong experience within PMC environments.
• Extensive EPC project experience.
• Demonstrated experience on Gas Processing, LNG, Petrochemical, Refining, or similar facilities.
• In-depth understanding of corrosion mechanisms, materials selection, corrosion mitigation, and asset integrity management.

Essential Experience

• PMC Project Experience.
• Familiarity with ARAMCO Engineering Standards and Specifications.
• Experience supporting Middle East projects.
• EPC experience within Gas Processing facilities.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience on Saudi Aramco projects.
• Previous assignments within the Middle East region.
• NACE, AMPP, or equivalent corrosion certifications.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical leadership and mentoring.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to review and challenge EPC contractor deliverables.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Capability to work within multicultural and international project teams.

Project Details

• Initial contract duration: 12 months.
• Potential extension up to 21 months.
• Full-time office-based position in Madrid.
• Competitive remuneration package available.
• Autónomo and employed contract structures may be considered.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PMC projects, extensive ARAMCO exposure, proven Middle East project experience, and significant involvement in Gas Processing EPC developments.