Pipe Stress Engineer

The Pipe Stress Engineer role involves conducting pipe stress analysis using Caesar II software in accordance with ASME Codes, designing piping support components, and coordinating customized pipe support

designs. The right candidate can demonstrate in-depth knowledge in piping and layout engineering and cost-effectiveness, with a proven

track record on projects in the upstream oil and gas sector.

Core Responsibilities:

• Conducts pipe stress analysis of piping systems as per ASME Codes using Caesar II software.
• Responsible for the design of all piping support components.
• Reviews client technical requirements for piping stress engineering and establishes the Stress Design Basis/Philosophy for various load cases, specifications, standards, and guidelines for stress engineering execution.
• Prepares stress critical line lists as per the critical line selection criteria.
• Performs static analysis using CAESAR II for load cases such as dead weight, sustained loads, thermal expansion/contraction, wave acceleration, hog/sag deflections, occasional and environmental loads, blast load, fatigue, slug, transportation, module lift, and vibration analysis (FIV and AIV).
• Coordinates the design of exclusive pipe supports as needed.
• Evaluates nozzle loads utilizing WRC 107/297 capabilities in Caesar II.
• Performs FEA evaluations of stresses at nozzles or for determining user-calculated SIFs using NozzlePro, FE/Pipe, or other FEA software.
• Provides magnitude of hydrostatic and operating loads acting on guides and supports.
• Participates in reviews of PFDs, P&IDs, piping ISOs, and structural drawings.
• Produces deliverables including specifications, design calculations, progress reports, correspondence, procedures, bid evaluations, Engineering Change Notices, study reports, and various third-party submissions.
• Complements piping layout from a pipe-stress engineering perspective.
• Has a thorough understanding of relevant codes and standards including ASME, API, ABS, and other guidelines.
• Possesses a basic understanding of process requirements and operations.
• Applies expert knowledge to develop innovative solutions for technically challenging projects.
• Assists in tender preparation and technical proposal submissions.
• Travels occasionally to client and vendor premises for technical discussions, HAZOPs, project reviews, or to subcontractor fabrication yards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Over 10 years of experience in Oil & Gas FPSO, offshore platforms, petrochemical, or refinery industries.
• Minimum of 8 years as a Piping Stress Engineer or Lead Stress Engineer for FPSO/offshore platform-based projects.
• Strong knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with codes, standards, regulations, and practices applicable to the design and construction of onshore and offshore structures or production facilities.
• Expert knowledge in Caesar II pipe stress analysis software.
• Expert knowledge of offshore piping design and industry codes.
• Experience in AVEVA Modules (E3D, MDS, AVEVA Engineering) is a plus.
• Proficient in Navisworks.