Piping Material Engineer (#9BCTLJP00003348)

Smart Synergies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Synergies seeks a seasoned Materials Engineer to lead the design and development of materials for large construction projects, including welding and corrosion challenges. You will analyze materials, guide selection, plan work, and review operating data to ensure robust performance.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree with 5–10 years of relevant experience (or more) and strong knowledge of relevant codes and SRD software. Willingness to travel and relocate to job sites is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and 5–10 years of relevant experience or 9–14 years in lieu of degree.
• Broad knowledge of engineering as applied to construction materials and plant constructability.
• Familiarity with piping material specifications and relevant codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of materials for construction and large projects.
• Analyze materials and properties; review operating data and perform tests.
• Prepare material selection diagrams and corrosion reports for clients as required.

Skills

Material analysis

Strong communication

Independent judgment

Engineering design

Codes and standards

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SRD (Piping Material Specification software)

Job description

Job Summary:

In this role, you will lead the design and development of methods for the manufacture, molding, and utilization of construction materials for large projects. You will analyze materials, develop conceptual designs, lead material selection, plan and conduct work, and review operating data. Your technical expertise will ensure that issues with complex materials, welding, and corrosion are addressed.

Major Responsibilities:

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard material engineering methods, techniques, standards, specifications, procedures, and criteria, using independent judgment in making adaptations and modifications
• Participates in the design, development and modification of processes and methods for the manufacture, molding, and utilization of metallic, plastic, composite and other materials in construction and production of hardware, electronic components and structures
• Analyzes materials and material components to establish mechanical and physical properties
• Reviews operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results
• Prepares material selection diagrams and/or materials corrosion engineering reports for clients as required
• Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals
• Coordinates material engineering efforts in assigned areas with specialty groups, engineering disciplines, clients, vendors, contractors, construction, and other functional groups
• Provides technical assistance to other material specialists, interacts with project disciplines, customers, and regulatory agency personnel in the resolution of complex issues.
• Provides assistance to project and construction management in identifying and complying with project material requirements, and addresses materials issues as they arise during project execution
• Reviews and checks work of other MET specialists as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 5-10 years of relevant experience or 9-14 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Understands the application of Engineering Department Procedures, relevant design guides. Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.
• Detailed knowledge of Piping Material Specification software (Smart Plant Reference Data SRD, etc.)
• Extensive experience and knowledge of ASME, API, AWWA, ASTM and MSS codes/product specifications is essential.
• Experience developing, managing, and maintaining BIM piping FabParts with defined LOD specifications (LOD 100-500) for the engineering discipline of Plant Design and Piping.
• Preferred prior experience working on a large industrial manufacturing facility (semiconductor fabs or data centers)
• Extensive knowledge of precedents in the discipline and of principles and practices of related disciplines.
• Knowledge of typical Engineering Department Procedures, Design Guides, appropriate Standard Computer Applications, and administrative practices.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Must be authorized to live and work in the US without sponsorship.
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate to jobsite in support of projects.