Mechanical and Piping WSDL

Quest Global; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,600,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer for Piping and Static Equipment in Bengaluru, India. This senior role involves overseeing mechanical design activities, guiding engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with international standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience, proficiency in CAD and pipe stress analysis software, and a strong background in the oil and gas sector. Join us to lead innovative projects in an exciting environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in mechanical design and engineering in relevant industries.
• Experience as a Lead on at least three projects.
• Extensive knowledge of international design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mechanical design activities on complex projects.
• Supervise a team of mechanical engineers and designers.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and manage technical communications.

Skills

Mechanical design

Team leadership

Project management

Pipe stress analysis

CAD software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAESAR II

PDS

PDMS

Navisworks

PV Elite

Compress

HTRI

Job description

Job Summary

The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer for Piping and Static Equipment in the oil and gas sector is a senior role responsible for the overall management of mechanical design activities on complex projects. This role includes guiding a team of engineers, developing project specifications, ensuring compliance with international codes and standards, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams from the conceptual design phase through commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of mechanical engineers and designers to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement project execution plans, coordination procedures, and quality plans.
• Act as the primary technical contact for clients, fostering strong customer relationships.
• Ensure a formal and disciplined technical communication protocol is maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee the technical requirements, specification, and design for static equipment such as pressure vessels, heat exchangers, columns, reactors, and storage tanks.
• Supervise the design and layout of piping systems, including routing, material selection, and support placement.
• Conduct and review advanced static and dynamic pipe stress analyses using software like CAESAR II.
• Perform or oversee technical calculations for equipment design and evaluation.
• Review, approve, and manage project deliverables, including piping and instrumentation diagrams, mechanical data sheets, and equipment specifications.
• Prepare and review technical bid evaluations for vendor packages.
• Verify that designs conform to project specifications and international industry codes and standards such as ASME, API, and TEMA.
• Ensure all project documentation is properly archived.
• Coordinate and interface with other engineering disciplines (process, civil, electrical, instrumentation) to ensure seamless project integration.
• Participate in design reviews, including 3D model reviews (30%, 60%, 90%), HAZOP, and other risk assessments.
• Provide technical support for procurement, fabrication, construction, commissioning phases and turnaround activities.
• Manage tight and demanding project timelines to stay on budget.
• Navigate evolving international and regional codes and standards.
• Prevent interface clashes through effective coordination with process, instrumentation, electrical, and civil teams.
• Balance safety, cost, and efficiency in design for high-pressure and high-temperature systems.
• Stay current with new software tools and emerging technologies like automation, advanced analytics, and AI to optimize design.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a recognized university.
• 12+ years of experience in mechanical design and engineering within the oil and gas, refining, or petrochemical industries.
• Demonstrated experience as a Lead on at least three projects.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software, including 3D modeling/CAD (PDS, PDMS, Navisworks), stress analysis (CAESAR II), static equipment design (PV Elite, Compress, HTRI).
• Extensive knowledge of international design codes and standards such as ASME, API, TEMA, and NACE.
• Experience in both onshore and offshore (FPSO) and brownfield projects is highly desirable.

Desirable Skills and Competencies

• Deep technical knowledge in pipe stress analysis, material selection, equipment sizing, fitness-for-service assessments, and failure analysis.
• Experience preparing RFQ documents, evaluating vendor bids, and managing communication with external suppliers and clients.
• Competence in project management tools and methodologies for planning, executing, and monitoring project activities, schedules, and budgets.
• Problem‑solving skills to resolve complex engineering issues and troubleshoot equipment during construction and operation.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environment (HSE) standards, embedding safety into all design practices.