Assistant Manager, Piping

Kuok Group Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Kuok Group Singapore seeks a senior piping engineer to lead detailed piping design from FEED handover to IFC, ensuring technical accuracy, design quality and compliance with international codes. The role oversees 3D model development, GA drawings, isometrics and METO preparation, coordinating with Process, Mechanical, Structural, E&I and Construction teams to deliver fabrication-ready piping designs.

The incumbent will mentor designers and junior engineers, support QA/QC during design audits,

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering (required).
• Typically 8-10 years of experience in Maine and O&G piping engineering/design with exposure to Detailed Design, Fabrication and Production Design, Construction & Commissioning Support.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform detailed piping design activities from FEED handover through IFC issuance.
• Oversee and validate 3D model development (E3D / S3D / PDMS / Navisworks).
• Review fabrication-level deliverables: spool break logic, weld locations, field vs shop fabrication split.
• Ensure alignment between P&IDs, line lists, 3D model and isometrics; verify valve types and tie-in points.
• Lead METO preparation and material take-off; monitor MTO accuracy.
• Ensure proper pipe supports and constructability in coordination with stress and structural teams.
• Interface with Process, Mechanical, Structural, E&I to resolve design interfaces.
• Ensure compliance with international regulations, class rules, project specs, yard standards.
• Mentor designers and junior engineers; provide technical guidance and training.
• Provide engineering support for RFIs, site queries, fabrication clarifications.

Education

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Company description:

Located at the heart of Asia, Kuok Group Singapore (KGSg) is a dynamic, diversified conglomerate with global reach and established brands in the digital infrastructure, maritime and real estate sectors.

Our businesses include the digital infrastructure business of K2 Strategic, maritime entities such as POSH, PCL, and PaxOcean, which together form part of Kuok Maritime Group, and the real estate business of Allgreen Properties.

At KGSg, we nurture young talent through mentorship, leadership development, and cross-functional exposure, offering diverse career pathways and global opportunities across our businesses.

Explore your future with KGSg today!

Job description:

Job Summary

Responsible for leading and executing detailed piping engineering and design activities from FEED handover to Issued for Construction (IFC), ensuring technical accuracy, design quality, constructability, and compliance with applicable international codes, classification society rules, project specifications, and yard standards.

The role oversees 3D model development and reviews, piping layout and routing, isometric and spool drawings, pipe supports, and Material Take-Off (METO) preparation. It ensures consistency between P&IDs, line lists, 3D models, and fabrication drawings, while coordinating closely with Process, Mechanical, Structural, E&I, Production, and Construction teams to resolve design interfaces and minimize fabrication and installation issues.

The position also provides technical assurance, fabrication and site support, QA/QC assistance, and guidance to designers and junior engineers to maintain consistent engineering standards and deliver fabrication-ready, installation-friendly piping designs.

Key Responsibilities

1) Detailed Engineering Execution

• Lead and perform detailed piping design activities from FEED handover through IFC issuance.
• Develop and review:
• Piping General Arrangement (GA) drawings
• Isometrics and spool drawings
• Support details
• Ensure design reflects process requirements, piping material specification, and yard standards.

2) 3D Model Development & Review

• Oversee and validate 3D model development (E3D / S3D / PDMS / Navisworks).
• Conduct detailed model reviews to ensure:
• Accurate routing and layout
• Proper clearances and accessibility
• Compliance with safety and maintenance requirements
• Manage clash detection closure and ensure model integrity before drawing extraction.

3. Spool & Isometric Validation

• Perform in-depth review of fabrication-level deliverables:
• Spool break logic
• Weld locations and joint numbering
• Field vs shop fabrication split
• Ensure drawings are fully fabrication-ready and installation-friendly.

4. P&ID and Line Data Consistency

• Ensure strict alignment between:
• P&IDs
• Line lists
• 3D model and isometrics
• Verify:
• Valve types and orientation
• Tie-in points
• Line routing vs design intent

5. METO Preparation & Control

• Lead preparation and checking of Material Take-Off (METO).
• Validate quantities for:
• Bulk materials (pipes, fittings, flanges)
• Valves and specialty items
• Monitor MTO accuracy to support procurement and construction.

6. Supports & Constructability

• Ensure proper selection and placement of pipe support in coordination with stress and structural teams.
• Conduct constructability reviews considering:
• Installation sequence
• Lifting and access
• Modularization (if applicable)
• Optimize spool design for yard fabrication and site installation efficiency.

7. Multi-Discipline Coordination

• Interface closely with:
• Process (design conditions, P&IDs)
• Mechanical (equipment nozzles)
• Structural (supports and platforms)
• E&I (cable trays, instruments)
• Resolve interfaces and avoid late-stage design conflicts.

8. Technical Assurance & Quality

• Ensure compliance with:
• International Regulation: ASME B31.3 / B31.1, JIS, DIN, GB
• Class rules: ABS, DNV, LR…
• Project specifications
• Yard construction standards
• Review and approve deliverables before IFC release.
• Support and liaise with Production/Construction to settle site clarification, preparing Test package.
• Support QA/QC during design audits and checks.

9. Team Leadership & Mentoring

Guide designers, engineers and junior engineers during real project execution.

Regulatory training provided for designer, engineers and junior engineers in:

Piping Design philosophy

Piping/Mechanical Technical knowledge

Class rules, international regulation codes

Piping Detailing standards

3D modelling best practices

3D software skills

Review and consolidate team outputs.

Ensure consistency across all piping deliverables.

10. Construction & Fabrication Support

Provide engineering support for:

RFIs / TQs

Site queries

Fabrication clarifications

Assist in resolving issues related to:

Fit-up

Field adjustments

Material substitutions

Key Requirements

1. Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or other related discipline.
2. Typically, 8-10 years of experience in Maine and O&G piping engineering/design with strong exposure to Detailed Design, Fabrication and Production Design, Construction & Commissioning Support.
3. Proven experience handling IFC deliverables and Construction completion activities.

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering