Lead Engineer, Piping Material

Offshore Frontier Solutions; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a highly experienced Lead Engineer in Piping Material. This role involves managing engineering schedules, leading a team of engineers, and ensuring project quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 17 years of relevant experience, specifically in the oil and gas sector. Join us to drive innovative solutions and contribute to high-impact projects that span the globe.

Qualifications

• 17+ years of experience in piping engineering within the oil and gas sector.
• Minimum of 8 years in plant engineering or shipbuilding as a Senior Engineer.
• Significant experience leading project piping teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering schedules and workflows from FEED to detailed design.
• Support quality control plans with engineering subcontractors.
• Mentor and train junior peers, supporting their career development.

Skills

Leadership

Piping Engineering

Project Management

AutoCAD

MS Office

Navisworks

Material Management Systems

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

SPMAT

AVEVA ERM

Job description

OFS Malaysia is a subsidiary of Offshore Frontier Solutions Pte. Ltd. (OFS), a MODEC Group company in Malaysia. Being part of Modec means being the protagonist of a challenging career and being in touch with the latest deep-water production systems, knowing that your career begins in Malaysia, but your talent can take you anywhere in the world.

If you want to be one of the greatest in the market, this is your opportunity!

We are currently looking for talented individuals to join us for below role

Lead Engineer, Piping Material

We are currently based at KL Eco City, Malaysia.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage engineering schedules and workflows from FEED to detailed design, coordinating with subcontractors and other disciplines.
• Proactively develop recovery plans to address schedule delays and ensure project milestones are met.
• Support quality control plans with engineering subcontractors and shipyards to achieve project and departmental quality objectives.
• Estimate man-hours and manage project piping activities within budget constraints.
• Guide, supervise, and motivate team members, sharing knowledge and experience.
• Review and validate technical specifications, data sheets, drawings, and documents in accordance with industry standards, classification societies, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in technical meetings and procurement reviews, addressing piping material issues to maintain project progress.
• Oversee piping material requisitions and technical bid evaluations to support procurement decisions.
• Monitor progress of piping engineering deliverables, packages, and vendor documentation; resolve technical issues with suppliers as needed.
• Coordinate with construction and commissioning teams, providing technical support and resolving queries.
• Document lessons learned for future projects through established processes.

HSEQ & Compliance

• Adhere to MODEC’s HSEQ Code of Conduct, policies, standards, and procedures to ensure safety and environmental protection.
• Comply with MODEC Group Policy Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at all times.

Financial & Operational Impact

• Lead and manage a team of 20–25 engineers and designers on assigned projects.
• Make technical decisions to minimize costs while meeting project requirements.
• Plan and communicate staffing needs and resource adequacy to Section and Group Leads.
• Mentor and train junior peers, supporting their career development.

Work Relationships

• Report functionally to the Piping Section Lead and operationally to the Project Engineering Manager.
• Interact extensively with engineering contractors, construction yards, commissioning teams, suppliers, clients, certifying authorities, and internal stakeholders (Procurement, Project Management, Construction, Quality, HSE, Operations).

Job Challenges

• Independently handle technical and engineering matters, providing solutions while maintaining quality and schedule.
• Meet stringent timelines with limited resources and shared manpower.
• Implement challenging design modifications and manage unforeseen delays.
• Maintain disciplined planning and resource management to meet project schedules.
• Focus on delivering high-quality products and documentation.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Must have a minimum 17 years of relevant experience in piping engineering within the oil and gas sector, preferably FPSO or offshore processing facilities.
• At least 8 years in plant engineering and/or shipbuilding as a Senior Engineer, with significant experience leading project piping teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Material Management Systems (SPMAT, AVEVA ERM).