Static Equipment Engineer - Piping & Valves

Exxon Mobil; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Static Equipment Engineer to provide technical services for oil and gas projects. The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience, focusing on piping design and layout. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and communication skills, and an understanding of both onshore and offshore facilities design.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in oil & gas projects or related industries.
• Deep understanding of piping layout and design.
• Basic pipe-stress analysis and B31.3 compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide static equipment technical services to operating units.
• Support project development from concept to startup.
• Document completed efforts to improve work processes.

Skills

Piping Design

Technical Judgment

Leadership

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PVElite

Compress

Job description

Static Equipment Engineer - Piping & Valves

Location: Kuala Lumpur, 14, MY

Company: ExxonMobil

About us

At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net‑zero future. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for. The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low‑Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower‑emissions technologies. We invite you to bring your ideas to ExxonMobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide Static Equipment technical services to operating units, manufacturing plants, capital projects and research & development organizations.
• Understand basic technical principles of Static Equipment and manage work independently.
• Partner with senior engineers on technical direction for complex scenarios requiring high levels of technical and business integration.
• Work effectively with partners and contractors in pursuit of project support.
• Participate in vendor meetings that align with the individual’s skills and business focus, including joint ventures, partners, industry associations and academia.
• Support project development from concept selection through commissioning and startup, and through all phases of asset operational life.
• Apply understanding of asset operations, team communication, and presentation skills to deliver cost‑effective technical support for routine problems within the core discipline.
• With guidance from senior engineers, apply established, adapted, and new technologies to solve complex problems encountered by capital projects and operating facilities.
• Contribute at the individual‑contributor level in skill areas specific to the current primary job families.
• Document completed efforts to enable efficient future similar work and identify opportunities to improve work processes.
• Provide technical mentorship to early‑career professionals, emphasizing identified skill gaps.
• Participate in internal networks for skill enhancement and for disseminating new or unique knowledge to others.

About you

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in oil & gas projects (e.g., FPSO, FLNG, Refinery, Petrochemical, LNG) or related industries.
• Deep understanding of Piping Design and Piping Layout, including plot plan preparation, pipe support selection, 3‑D model review, material specification, and vendor technical evaluation.
• Knowledgeable of ASME B31.3 pressure‑thickness design, ASME B16.5 flange ratings, material groups, and general awareness of the full B31.3 scope.
• Basic pipe‑stress analysis and B31.3 compliance (e.g., sustained stress, thermal expansion, nozzle loads).
• Basic understanding of valve types and associated standards (e.g., ASME B16.34, API 598, API 600).
• Experience with onshore and offshore facilities design and onsite work in oil & gas facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with other engineering disciplines such as Process, Rotating Equipment, and Materials.
• Experienced in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of piping systems and components.
• Basic understanding of ASME SEC VIII Division 1 and ASME PCC‑2 structure and content.
• General awareness of pressure‑vessel design, fabrication, repair, operation, and related software (e.g., PVElite, Compress).
• Understanding of mechanical design and operation of common pressure vessels (e.g., drums, towers, reactors, heat exchangers) and the impacts of transient operation.
• Strong organizational, managerial, and technical judgment skills.
• Ability to adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and frequent changes in priorities.
• Strong leadership, influencing, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

We are committed to providing benefits that are competitive and support the needs of our employees.

Application Process

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. For more information about our hiring process, please review our internal resources.

Equal Opportunity Employer
ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be duly considered for employment.