Flexible Pipe Engineer

First Recruitment Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in Basingstoke is seeking a Senior Flexible Pipe Engineer for offshore deepwater projects. The role involves preparing technical documentation and managing large contracts for unbonded flexible pipe systems. Candidates should possess a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering and have significant experience in the design and engineering of flexible pipes, including knowledge of relevant international standards. This hybrid role offers flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

12-month contract duration

Qualifications

• Experience supervising contractor and vendor deliverables.
• Involvement in Design and Safety Reviews—HAZOP, HAZID, risk assessments.
• Demonstrable experience with flexible pipes from preliminary engineering to detailed design.

Responsibilities

• Preparing technical documentation related to unbonded flexible pipes.
• Managing and following up large EPCI contracts for offshore unbonded flexible pipe systems.
• Ensuring designs meet project requirements and relevant standards.
• Supporting supplier tendering and selection.
• Reviewing and approving engineering deliverables from contractors.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues in Subsea Systems.

Skills

Experience with flexible pipes from preliminary engineering to detailed design

Technical design of unbonded flexible flowlines and risers

Knowledge of bonded flexible pipe technology

Familiarity with offshore and onshore testing

Proficient with MS Office applications

Basic knowledge of AutoCAD

Experience with Mechanical FEA tools

Experience with dynamic analysis tools

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Education

Minimum BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

CosmosWorks

OrcaFlex

Job description

Location and Working Style

UK – Basingstoke (Hybrid Working)
Worker Status: PAYE Only
Contract Duration: Minimum 12 Months

SmartWorking (Hybrid Working)

The company supports flexible working through its SmartWorking policy. Personnel may work up to 12 working days per month from home (or another secure UK location). These days remain available even during months where leave is taken—typically offering employees the opportunity for approximately 60% remote working.

Sector: Commercial, Admin & Office Support

The Role: Senior Flexible Pipe Engineer

We are seeking a highly capable Senior Flexible Pipe Engineer to support Eni’s global offshore deepwater projects. Based within the engineering group in Basingstoke, you will deliver specialist engineering expertise across all project phases—from feasibility studies and concept development through FEED, tendering, and execution.

You will play an essential role in ensuring the technical quality, safety, and compliance of unbonded flexible pipe systems for several upcoming and ongoing offshore initiatives across the Eni portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing technical documentation related to unbonded flexible pipes across all project phases (Conceptual Studies, FEED, Tendering, Contract Packages).
• Managing and following up large EPCI contracts for offshore unbonded flexible pipe systems during tender and execution.
• Ensuring designs meet project requirements, relevant standards, and engineering best practices.
• Supporting supplier tendering and selection, including qualifications, clarifications, and technical recommendations.
• Reviewing and approving FEED, tender, and detailed engineering deliverables prepared by contractors.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues within the Subsea Systems department and with other engineering disciplines.
• Ensuring correct and consistent application of design codes, internal standards, and Company HSEQ policies.
• Staying current with design standards related to unbonded flexible pipes and ensuring their correct application.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Minimum BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Technical Experience

• Demonstrable experience with flexible pipes from preliminary engineering to detailed design.
• Experience in the technical design of unbonded flexible flowlines and risers, including associated ancillaries and interfaces (topsides, subsea, installation).
• Knowledge of bonded flexible pipe technology is advantageous.
• Familiarity with offshore and onshore testing, including FAT, SIT, pre‑commissioning, installation, and commissioning support.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant international codes and subsea standards, particularly:
  • API 17J
  • API 17L1
  • API 17B
  • API 17K

Software Skills

• Proficient with MS Office applications.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Experience with Mechanical FEA tools such as: ANSYS, Abaqus, CosmosWorks.
• Experience with dynamic analysis tools such as: OrcaFlex.

Additional Experience

• Involvement in Design and Safety Reviews—HAZOP, HAZID, risk assessments.
• Experience supervising contractor and vendor deliverables.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration skills.