Lead Piping Engineer

Zodiac HR Consultants; Hazira; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Zodiac HR Consultants is seeking a Lead Piping Engineer in Hazira with 15+ years of experience. You will lead piping execution for large-scale oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery, chemical, or process plant projects, planning and coordinating activities while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role demands supervision of piping installation, isometrics review, and coordination with clients and subcontractors to ensure timely completion and compliance with project specs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Additional certifications in piping engineering, QA/QC, or safety are a plus.
• 15+ years of experience indicated for leadership in piping projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute piping installation as per drawings and schedules.
• Review isometrics, P&IDs, GADs, layouts and vendor drawings before execution.
• Coordinate with client, subcontractor, site and HO teams for smooth execution.
• Supervise fabrication, erection, fit-up, welding, testing, flushing and reinstatement.

Skills

Piping fabrication

Piping erection

Isometrics review

P&IDs review

QA/QC coordination

Project coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelors/Diploma in Mechanical Eng.

Tools

MS Office

Construction software

Job description

Job Title:Lead Piping Engineer

Department:Projects

Location:Hazira

Experience:15+ Years

Salary- 12-14 LPA

Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Additional certifications in piping engineering, QA/QC, or safety will be an added advantage.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Piping Engineerwith 8-10 years of hands‑on experience in the execution of Above ground piping projects. The ideal candidate should have executed piping works for large-scale Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery, Chemical, or Process Plant projects.. The candidate will be responsible for planning, supervising, coordinating, and ensuring timely execution of piping activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute piping installation activities in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Review piping isometrics, P&IDs, GADs, piping layouts, and vendor drawings before execution.
• Coordinate with client, subcontractor, GBL site & HO team for smooth project execution.
• Supervise fabrication, erection, fit‑up, alignment, welding, testing, flushing, and reinstatement activities.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, and client requirements.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Monitor subcontractor resource productivity and ensure optimize resource utilization.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and monitor their performance.
• Ensure availability of FIM materials, consumables, tools, tackles, and equipment.
• Resolve site‑related engineering and construction issues in coordination with client teams.
• Plan hydrotesting, pneumatic testing, flushing, pigging, chemical cleaning activities.
• Ensure all piping supports are installed as per approved drawings.
• Verify material traceability and proper identification throughout construction.
• Coordinate with QA/QC for inspections, weld visual inspection, NDT, punch point closure, and documentation.
• Participate in client review meetings, inspections and internal quality audits.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE requirements and promote a zero‑incident work culture.
• Maintain site documentation including DPRs, material reconciliation, work permits, and progress measurements.

Technical Skills

• Thorough knowledge of piping fabrication and erection practices.
• Ability to interpret:
• P&IDs
• Piping Isometrics
• GADs
• Plot Plans
• Equipment Layouts
• Support Drawings
• Line Lists
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3, ASME Section IX, API, ASTM, MSS, and relevant IS standards.
• Experience in CS, SS, Alloy Steel, Duplex SS piping works.
• Familiarity with hydrotesting, pneumatic testing, flushing, passivation, pickling, and commissioning procedures.
• Knowledge of welding procedures, WPS/PQR, welder qualification, and NDT requirements.
• Experience in material reconciliation and piping quantity measurement.
• Familiarity with construction management software and MS Office.

Preferred Experience

Candidates having experience in one or more of the following will be preferred:

• Petrochemical plants
• Chemical plants

Desired Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent planning and scheduling abilities.
• Good communication and client coordination skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to work under tight project schedules.
• High commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Knowledge of permit‑to‑work systems and construction safety practices.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely completion of assigned piping works.
• Achievement of planned productivity targets.
• Zero major safety violations.
• Compliance with quality standards and minimal rework.
• Effective subcontractor and manpower management.
• Successful completion of hydrotests and mechanical completion milestones.
• Timely closure of punch points and commissioning support.