Senior Stress Engineer

Kintec Recruitment Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy operator is seeking experienced Senior Stress Engineers in Kuala Lumpur to support major energy projects. The role involves performing stress analysis for piping systems and structural components. Candidates must have a degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering and proven experience in stress analysis for oil & gas projects. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work within teams are essential. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to high-profile project installations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stress analysis of piping and equipment in oil & gas or energy projects.
• Knowledge of stress analysis codes and standards applicable to oil & gas projects.
• Eligible Malaysian national based in Kuala Lumpur.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine stress calculations for structural components.
• Conduct stress analysis for piping connected to sensitive equipment.
• Assist in defining and analysing load cases for stress analysis.
• Interpret results and provide recommendations for design improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and safety.

Skills

Stress analysis of piping systems

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Collaboration within engineering teams

Communication of technical information

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering

Job description

A leading energy operator is seeking experienced Senior Stress Engineers to support a short-term major energy project. The role involves performing stress analysis for piping systems, structural components, and equipment supports across high-profile project installations. Candidates will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design compliance, integrity, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine stress calculations for structural components, piping systems, and equipment supports.
• Conduct stress analysis for piping connected to compressors, pumps, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other sensitive equipment.
• Assist in defining and analysing load cases, including operational, environmental, and accidental loads.
• Gather design data, material properties, and load information, and prepare analysis models.
• Interpret results to identify potential overstress or fatigue issues and provide recommendations for design improvements or modifications.
• Review and coordinate with vendors for critical piping systems, including stress analysis deliverables and reports.
• Prepare analysis reports, calculations, summaries, and maintain records of inputs, results, and revisions.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to ensure structural integrity and compliance, and support fabrication, installation, and inspection activities with technical input.
• Ensure all work adheres to applicable codes, standards, and project specifications. Participate in design reviews and quality checks.
• Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience in stress analysis of piping and equipment in oil & gas or energy projects.
• Competent in performing calculations for piping connected to compressors, pumps, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other sensitive equipment.
• Knowledge of stress analysis codes and standards applicable to oil & gas projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, detail-oriented, and organised.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate technical information clearly.
• Eligible Malaysian national based in Kuala Lumpur.