Join Our Dynamic Team as a Principal Engineer, Pipelines!

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? We are seeking a talented and motivated Principal Engineer, Pipelines to join our innovative and forward-thinking team in the South East UK. This is an incredible opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that are shaping the future of the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform engineering design activities for onshore and offshore rigid pipelines in all phases of the project (from Concept Selection, FEED, ITT Preparation, and follow-up of Execution phase) in collaboration with other colleagues within the pipeline department and within the organization.
Work on both brownfield and greenfield projects, including carbon capture activities.
Be the Project Design Lead on large projects, managing and directing a team of discipline engineers and designers, and being responsible for the quality of pipeline work.
Supervise and direct the preparation of project deliverables and manage man-hours of discipline resources in alignment with the Chief of Department.
Supervise, review, and check the pipeline activities on a project, including Philosophies, Specifications, Routing Studies, Mechanical Design (wall thickness, buckling, spanning, expansion), Calculations, Stress Analysis, On-bottom roughness, Global Buckling, Walking Analysis, Tie-in and Expansion Loops Analyses, Crossing Design, Hot Tapping, Trenchless (HDD, microtunneling, etc.), Layability Analyses, etc.
Support CAD Designers in the execution of layouts and project pipeline drawings.
Prepare datasheets and technical requisitions, compile ITT, and perform Bid Evaluations.
Identify and resolve discrepancies and divergences from the original proposal/contract by raising technical queries with projects/clients.
Identify deviations against standards and raise with Chief/Technical Authority.
Validate the pipeline inspection and maintenance strategy and the definition of Emergency Pipeline Repair, Service studies.
Perform site visits to manufacturers (line pipe, coating, valves, etc.) as required.
Check design/installation activities carried out by third parties during the execution phase of the project.
Act as a technical specialist for pipeline design activities.
Collaborate with other colleagues in the pipeline department.
Liaise with other disciplines (Process, Material and Corrosion, Flow Assurance, Instrumentation, Civil, Construction, and Commissioning) during the project execution phase.
Keep abreast of pipeline design standards requirements and correct application of internal HSEQ policies.
Regularly review the suitability and accuracy of technical standards and procedures and develop new ones as required.
Undertake short-term visits to a wide range of operating sites and regional offices worldwide.
Keep abreast of new legislation on plant design and performance.
Ensure a high standard of safety is maintained and Environmental and Quality Assurance processes are followed.
This is the opportunity for you if you have these skills and requirements:

Working experience in the Oil and Gas industry with respect to rigid offshore and onshore pipelines.
Knowledge of software such as DNVGL pipelines design suite (SESAM pipeline package, PET, AutoPipe, SAGE Profile, AGA) is mandatory.
Knowledge of software such as Ansys, ABAQUS, and Orcaflex is desirable.
Knowledge of UK and international specifications and codes (BS, DNV, ISO, API, and ASME) is desirable.
Highly motivated with great interpersonal skills.
Excellent teamwork capabilities.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Willingness to act and develop into a high-level technical expert.
Qualifications:

Ideally Degree qualified in a relevant Engineering discipline such as Pipeline Engineering, Subsea Pipeline Engineering, Offshore Engineering, Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A collaborative and inclusive work culture.
The chance to work on impactful projects that make a difference.
If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to a team that values innovation and excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of our exciting journey