Senior Pipe Stress Engineer

Insight Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 185,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced Senior Pipe Stress Engineer in Houston, Texas. The role involves conducting advanced pipe stress analysis, designing pipe supports, and ensuring engineering quality across projects. Candidates must be knowledgeable in engineering codes and possess strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary range of $185,000.00 to $195,000.00 annually and benefits including medical and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of engineering codes and standards.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to conduct HAZOPs and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced pipe stress analysis and evaluate nozzle loads.
• Design and coordinate pipe supports and prepare critical line lists.
• Generate engineering deliverables and ensure quality delivery.

Skills

Advanced pipe stress analysis

CAESAR II

NozzlePro

FE/Pipe

Familiarity with ASME, API, BS

Strong communication skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Pipe Stress Engineer to join our team, reporting directly to the Piping Department Manager and supporting the Lead Piping Engineer on assigned projects.

This role involves conducting advanced pipe stress analysis using CAESAR II, evaluating nozzle loads with WRC 107/297, and performing FEA using tools like NozzlePro or FE/Pipe. The engineer will be responsible for designing and coordinating pipe supports, developing stress design bases, preparing critical line lists, and analyzing various load cases including thermal, environmental, blast, fatigue, and vibration.

The position requires deep knowledge of ASME, API, BS, and other relevant codes and standards, along with proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, and AutoCAD. Responsibilities also include generating engineering deliverables, reviewing vendor drawings, supporting procurement and construction documentation, and guiding pipe designers and engineers.

The candidate must be capable of organizing work, managing schedules, participating in HAZOPs and site visits, and providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle—from proposal to installation and operation. Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills are essential, as is the ability to ensure engineering quality and timely delivery in a dynamic project environment.

Base pay range

$185,000.00/yr - $195,000.00/yr

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Industries

• Oil and Gas

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)