Senior Hook Up Engineer

McDermott; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott is seeking a Senior Hook-up Engineer in Chennai to lead the hook-up discipline during construction and commissioning phases. You will drive planning, sequencing and execution of offshore hook-up activities, coordinating across engineering, procurement, fabrication, and commissioning teams.

The role requires 10+ years in offshore engineering, strong leadership, and a proactive safety mindset to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical preferred)
• 10+ years in offshore engineering fields
• Knowledge of API, ISO standards and regulations
• Experience with planning, scheduling, and tracking hook-up activities
• Strong communication and leadership skills for cross-functional liaison
• Proven ability to resolve technical challenges and drive improvements
• Safety-focused with ability to manage timelines and budgets
• Ability to analyze drawings and specs and propose corrective actions
• Decision-making under pressure and efficient resource allocation
• PMI certification or equivalent is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare & review Hook Up job cards with prerequisites and sequential installations
• Develop the Work Breakdown Structure for discipline scope
• Review construction work packs for discipline compliance
• Prepare hook-up schedule with efficient sequencing
• Participate in pre-engineering, pre-construction and post-installation surveys
• Develop constructability log and monitor action closures
• Review MTOs and verify offshore contingencies
• Coordinate deliveries and ensure material inspection clearance
• Maintain progress registers aligned with job cards
• Liaise with warehouse and fabrication teams for material handover
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and ensure timelines
• Collaborate with project management and procurement for resources
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure safety on site
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards and environmental aspects
• Assist commissioning team and plan construction priorities
• Travel to offshore/onshore sites for coordination
• Participate in toolbox talks and PTW compliance

Skills

Offshore Hook-up

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Scheduling

Problem Solving

Resource Allocation

Discipline Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PMI certification or equivalent (advantage)

Tools

PM Tools

Job description

Job Overview:

Sr. Hook-up Engineer will typically be leading the respective discipline and supporting to Hook-up lead & Hook-up Manager in delivering construction & completion campaign during hook-up phase to execute overall project in successful and timely manner. The Sr. Hook Up Engineer solves complex problems and uses discipline-specific knowledge to improve their products or services.

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical discipline) or equivalent industry experience
• 10+ years experience in related offshore engineering fields
• Strong knowledge of industry best practices, standards (API, ISO), and regulations related to hook-up activities
• Proficiency in utilizing project management tools and software for planning, scheduling, and tracking hook-up and commissioning activities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively liaise with interdisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients
• Demonstrated ability to resolve technical challenges, implement innovative solutions, and ensure continuous improvement
• Proactive mindset with a strong focus on safety, quality, and delivering projects within defined timelines and budget constraints
• Competent in analyzing technical documents, drawings, and specifications to identify discrepancies and propose corrective actions
• Strong decision-making abilities under pressure, with the ability to prioritize tasks and allocate resources efficiently
• Professional certifications (such as PMI or equivalent) or training in project management would be an advantage

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Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Prepare & review Hook Up job cards as appropriate including pre-requisites and focusing sequential installations and relevant completion activities
• Develop the WBS for discipline scope
• Review construction work packs for respective discipline and ensure compliance to project requirement
• Prepare the hook-up schedule for discipline specific activities with efficient sequencing and synchronizing with other disciplines
• Participate in Pre-engineering survey, pre-construction survey & post installation survey
• Develop the constructability log & monitor the closing of actions on weekly basis
• Review design MTO s for discipline
• Verify the MTO for offshore contingencies
• Review the material requisitions in compliance with project specifications prior to order Coordinate deliveries of same on site (yard/port/offshore/any other onshore locations)
• Review hook-up progress register and confirm understanding on progressing methodology Ensure progress register is in line with hook-up job cards for respective discipline
• Liaise with warehouse team to ensure project material receiving status & inspection clearance from Quality
• Liaise with fabrication team and take handover of fabricated project material and other ship lose material
• Liaise with Hook-up material team and verify the material bag/tag as per project requirement & as per hook-up Job cards
• Develop and implement detailed hook-up plans, , and strategies for onshore and offshore projects
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, ensuring their adherence to project timelines and quality standards
• Collaborate with project management and procurement teams to ensure timely availability of necessary resources, materials, and equipment
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures to ensure safety during hook-up operations
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, industry codes, and standards, including the integration of environmental and sustainability aspects
• Ensure daily progress monitoring & reporting to planner
• Liaise with commissioning team and understand systems priorities, ensure construction is planned accordingly
• Ensure the support with commissioning team to expedite the vendor related activities
• Ensure scope familiarization with Hook-up superintendent & offshore construction crew prior to offshore mobilization
• Travel to offshore sites and to onshore yard facilities (dynamic environment) for co-ordination & resolution of disciplinary interfaces
• Participate in Toolbox Talks (TBT), Ensure Permit-To-Work (PTW) requirements are fulfilled before commencing each site activities and being compliant with the Company s QHSES policies

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