Piping & Layout Engineer (Oil & Gas)

Hill International, Inc.; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill International, Inc. seeks an experienced Piping & Layout Engineer to support the engineering and design of an offshore wellhead platform.

You will review and coordinate piping design and platform layout to ensure safety, operability, maintainability and constructability in line with project specs and industry standards. The role involves coordinating with Process, Mechanical, Structural and Instrumentation teams, reviewing 3D models, and ensuring compliance with ASME B31.3, API, ISO and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience following completion of the BSc degree.
• Strong experience in piping design and plant layout, offshore facilities preferred.
• Good knowledge of piping components, offshore platform layouts and international codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D; PDMS/E3D/SP3D advantageous.
• Knowledge of DNv and ABS classification requirements.
• Strong constructability and safety awareness with multidisciplinary coordination.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Review piping design and routing for flowlines, production headers, utility lines, flare and vent systems.
• Review piping isometrics, GA drawings, MTOs, line lists, equipment layouts, nozzle orientations and tie-in plans.
• Review and coordinate platform 3D models using AutoCAD Plant 3D or similar software.
• Ensure layouts provide accessibility, maintainability, and crane reach.
• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Structural and Instrumentation disciplines.
• Participate in 3D model reviews, HAZID/HAZOP and constructability reviews.
• Review piping classes, valves and inline components and coordinate requirements from piping stress analysis.
• Support resolution of technical queries, deviations and design changes.

Skills

Piping design

Plant layout

3D modeling

AutoCAD Plant 3D

PDMS/E3D/SP3D

Offshore oil & gas

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

PDMS

SP3D

E3D

Job description

We are looking to engage an experienced Piping & Layout Engineer to support the engineering and design of an offshore wellhead platform.

The successful candidate will review and coordinate piping design and platform layout, ensuring safety, operability, maintainability and constructability in accordance with project specifications and applicable industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review piping design and routing for flowlines, production headers, utility/service lines, flare and vent systems.
• Review piping isometrics, GA drawings, MTOs, line lists, equipment layouts, nozzle orientations and tie-in plans.
• Review and coordinate platform 3D models using AutoCAD Plant 3D or similar software.
• Ensure layouts provide appropriate accessibility, maintainability, equipment access, escape routes and crane reach.
• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Structural and Instrumentation disciplines to resolve design and interface issues.
• Participate in 3D model reviews, HAZID/HAZOP and constructability reviews.
• Review piping classes, valves and inline components and coordinate requirements arising from piping stress analysis.
• Support the resolution of technical queries, deviations and design changes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant project specifications and international standards, including ASME B31.3, API, ISO and NORSOK, as applicable.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience following completion of the BSc degree.
• Strong experience in piping design and plant layout, preferably within offshore oil & gas facilities.
• Good knowledge of piping components, offshore platform layouts and international piping codes and standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D; experience with PDMS/E3D or SP3D would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of relevant classification requirements, including DNV and ABS.
• Strong constructability and safety awareness with good multidisciplinary coordination skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English, including the ability to prepare technical specifications and reports.

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com