About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Static Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Oil & Gas projects. The ideal candidate will be proficient in the design, engineering, technical evaluation, and verification of static equipment, demonstrating a strong understanding of international mechanical design codes and specifications. This role requires the ability to independently review equipment calculations, vendor documentation, and mechanical design deliverables.
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Key Responsibilities
- Design and engineer static mechanical equipment such as pressure vessels, storage tanks, columns, separators, heat exchangers, and filters.
- Conduct and review mechanical calculations for pressure vessels, including nozzle load assessments, support design, lifting, and transportation analysis.
- Evaluate and verify vendor documentation and equipment datasheets, General Arrangement Drawings, fabrication drawings, Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), and vendor calculations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations including ASME Section VIII Divisions 1 and 2, API 650, API 620, API 660, TEMA, and NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156.
- Coordinate effectively with process, piping, structural, instrumentation, and procurement disciplines.
- Participate in technical bid evaluations and manage technical clarifications with vendors.
- Assist in the selection of materials and assess corrosion allowance and pressure-temperature design criteria.
- Oversee welding requirements, material specifications, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT), and hydrostatic testing.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in mechanical static equipment engineering, preferably in EPC projects.
- Strong knowledge of static equipment, pressure vessels, and related international standards.
- Familiarity with engineering software such as PV Elite, Compress, ANSYS Mechanical, or equivalent tools is an advantage.
- Experience in handling technical bid evaluations and vendor document reviews.
- Previous experience on projects or exposure to offshore equipment engineering is highly preferred.
