Pipe Stress Engineer

Chevron; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron ENGINE in Bengaluru, India seeks a Pipe Stress Engineer to join the Reliability and Integrity Engineering team. You will provide piping design expertise, code interpretation, and post-construction repair support for active facilities and new capital projects.

The role requires strong hands-on experience with piping analysis tools, extensive knowledge of ASME/API codes, and collaboration with EPCs, fabrication yards, and brownfield teams to ensure safe, compliant systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized AICTE university.
• Strong working knowledge of piping and repair codes: ASME B31.1, B31.3, ASME PCC 2, API 570.
• Skilled use of piping stress analysis software such as CAESAR II or AutoPIPE; CAD software experience.
• Involvement across multiple project phases and support of brownfield oil & gas facilities.
• Experience in 3D model reviews and coordinating with vendors/EPCs.
• Experience managing deviations, concessions, and non-conformances with vendors/EPCs.
• Understanding of process safety, hazardous area classification, and machinery safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Perform piping flexibility and stress analysis for pipelines using CAESAR II, AutoPIPE, and FEA.
• Verify stresses, deflections, and nozzle loads are within code limits.
• Lead or support the design and specification of piping systems.
• Ensure piping designs comply with applicable codes and standards (ASME, API).
• Coordinate and review piping layout and 3D model reviews for constructability.
• Support field startup and troubleshoot, developing repair strategies.
• Provide recommendations on pipe support designs.

Skills

Piping stress analysis

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAESAR II

AutoPIPE

CAD software

PRG FEA

Job description

The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges.As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies.

Chevron's vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance. With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle. Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all.

About the position

The Pipe Stress Engineer is part of the Reliability and Integrity Engineering team within Chevron’s ENGINE andis responsible forprovidingexpertisein piping design, repair, alteration, code interpretation, and post-construction repair across Chevron assets.Position will provide services for active production facilities as well as new capital projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform piping flexibility and stress analysis for pipelines and piping systems using CAESAR II,AutoPIPE, and finite element analysis (FEA) tools (ex: PRG FEA).
  - Verify stresses, strains, deflections, and nozzle loads are within allowable code limits.
  - Apply advanced mechanical engineering principles, fatigue, buckling,creepand general mechanics of materials to evaluate the integrity and remaining life of piping and mechanical components.

• Lead or support the design and specification of piping systems, including process, utility, and relief systems.

• Ensure piping designscomply withapplicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME , API, RP,projectand company specifications).

• Coordinate and review piping layout and 3D Model reviews to ensure constructability, operability, and maintainability.

• Support assistingwith field startup, performing troubleshooting,leading failureanalysisand repair strategies.

• Provide recommendations on pipe support designs

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineeringfrom a recognized (AICTE) university.

• Strong working knowledge and practical application of applicable piping and repair codes, including ASME B31.1, B31.3, ASME PCC 2, API 570

• Skilled use of piping stress analysis software such as CAESAR II orAutoPIPE.
  - Skilled use of CAD software
  - Prior involvement across multiple project phases and supporting active brownfield oil and gas production facilities

• Experience working with local brownfield engineering teams, EPC contractors, fabrication yards, and constructionteams.

• Experience participating in 3D model reviews

• Experience managing technical deviations, concessions, andnon-conformanceswith vendors and EPCs.

• Experience interpreting and applying project and corporate specific specifications and operator standards.

• Understanding of process safety, hazardous area classification, and machinery safeguarding.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in pipe stress analysis and piping design support

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s or Doctorate).

• Experience working in a petrochemical or refining environment.

• Experience with post construction repair options for piping (e.g., sleeves, patches, weld repairs, enclosures) andvalidatedesigns for compliance with ASME PCC-2 and API 579.

Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, supporting business requirements across the world. Accordingly, the work hours for employees will be aligned to support business requirements. The standard work week will be Monday to Friday. Working hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm or 1.30pm to 10.30pm.

What we can offer you

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way.

Have the opportunity to take part in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace.

• Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work.

• Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well-being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration.

• Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities.

• Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, and work-life balance.

• Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.

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