Piping Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Teesside is seeking a Piping/Mechanical Engineer to act as a Subject Matter Expert. The role involves ensuring safe operation, managing mechanical design projects, and compliance with engineering codes and standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in piping systems design. This full-time position offers a structured work schedule from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
• Experience designing piping systems per ASME B31.3 is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for feasibility, FEED and detailed design mechanical activities.
• Modify and optimise existing systems ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Manage procedures for the integrity of bolted joints.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Piping Systems

Legislation Knowledge

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAESAR II

Job description

Job Description

Our client, based in Teesside, is looking for a Piping/Mechanical Engineer who will act as a Subject Matter Expert for mechanical engineering disciplines, ensuring risks to safe operation are recognised, assessed and appropriately mitigated.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 08.00am - 04.00pm.

Key responsibilities:

1. Responsible for Feasibility, FEED and Detailed Design Mechanical Discipline activities for projects.
2. Modify, improve and optimise existing systems and equipment, ensuring compliance with Pressure Equipment Regulations and Pressure System Safety Regulations.
3. Responsible for pipe specifications (including fabrication/NDT specifications) and specifications for procurement of new equipment.
4. Manage procedures for the integrity of bolted joints and maintain the joint register.
5. Technically responsible for all static mechanical equipment scope, primarily new Tanks, Vessels, Valves, Pipelines, and Piping (including supporting structures).
6. Ensure application of appropriate engineering codes and standards, managing deviations when necessary.
7. Prepare in-house specifications and procedures.
8. Develop and review piping stress models.
9. Prepare in-house piping designs, including General Arrangements and Isometrics for minor modifications.
10. Ensure all design projects and reports are technically compliant, maintaining quality standards through regular reviews and checks.
11. Manage or participate in the specification, design, and safe operation of oil, gas, and chemical storage and transportation equipment.
12. Review FEED, detailed design, and commissioning deliverables.
13. Provide assurance to the UK Engineering Manager that the MOC process is correctly applied.
14. Participate in Process Hazard Analysis Studies (HAZIDs, HAZOPs) and FMEA studies.
15. Lead in project scoping and plant modifications.
16. Prepare cost estimates and business case proposals for mechanical CAPEX.
17. Prepare data sheets, pipe specs, and technical specifications, including performance and quality requirements.
18. Manage vendors and tenders, respond to vendor clarifications/technical queries.
19. Participate in technical bid evaluations and FATs.
20. Review QA documentation for work handovers, prepare commissioning procedures, and assist in site commissioning.
21. Lead or support troubleshooting and conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis.

Requirements:

1. Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
2. Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
3. Experience designing piping systems per ASME B31.3 is highly desirable.
4. Experience with piping stress models (e.g., CAESAR II) is advantageous.
5. Significant mechanical design experience, including specifications for vessels, tanks, valves, and piping.
6. Working knowledge of legislation such as DSEAR (ATEX), PER (PED), Machinery Directive, and PUWER.
7. Knowledge of applicable codes and standards like API, EN, EEMUA, and ASME.

The salary depends on Chartership status and experience level. Due to high response volume, individual feedback may not be provided; if you do not hear within ten days, consider your application unsuccessful. Your details will be retained for future opportunities.