About the Role
In this position, you will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for piping dynamic stress analysis and vibration engineering. You will have the opportunity to perform and review dynamic and static piping stress analysis using CAESAR II or equivalent software and assess various piping systems for their dynamic integrity. This role involves not only technical analysis but also collaboration with multiple teams, providing technical support throughout various project phases.
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Roles & Responsibilities
- Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for piping dynamic stress analysis and vibration engineering.
- Perform and review dynamic and static piping stress analysis using CAESAR II or equivalent software.
- Assess piping systems for natural frequency, resonance, mode shapes, dynamic stresses, and fatigue analysis.
- Analyze dynamic loads from pumps, compressors, reciprocating equipment, PSV/PRV, pulsation, and transient events.
- Evaluate water hammer, steam hammer, slug flow, FIV, and AIV and recommend mitigation measures.
- Review piping layouts and identify systems requiring dynamic analysis and vibration assessment.
- Design and optimize dynamic supports, guides, anchors, snubbers, and restraints.
- Evaluate dynamic forces and moments transferred to supports, structures, and connected equipment.
- Check equipment nozzle loads against applicable project, vendor, and industry requirements.
- Investigate piping vibration and dynamic integrity issues and perform root-cause analysis.
- Recommend practical engineering solutions for excessive vibration, resonance, and fatigue.
- Review piping stress calculations, reports, isometrics, layouts, and support drawings prepared by engineers.
- Develop and review piping stress and dynamic analysis methodologies, criteria, and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with applicable ASME, API, project specifications, and client standards.
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, rotating equipment, structural, instrumentation, and operations teams.
- Review vendor data related to equipment excitation forces, pulsation, vibration, and nozzle loads.
- Provide technical support during FEED, detailed engineering, construction, commissioning, and site troubleshooting.
- Lead technical reviews and provide SME input during design/model reviews, HAZOPs, and client meetings.
- Mentor piping stress engineers and perform technical/quality reviews of engineering deliverables.
- Support resolution of technical queries, deviations, site issues, and engineering optimization related to piping dynamic stress.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Experience in piping stress and dynamic analysis, preferably in EPC, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Power projects.
- Proven experience as a Piping Stress Engineer/Lead/SME in EPC, oil & gas, petrochemical, power, or process industries.
- Advanced proficiency in CAESAR II and strong knowledge of ASME B31.3/B31.1, API standards, and applicable industry codes.
- Extensive experience in piping vibration, dynamic loads, resonance, fatigue, FIV/AIV, water hammer, pulsation, and equipment-induced loads.
- Strong knowledge of piping supports, restraints, snubbers, equipment nozzle loads, and dynamic load evaluation.
- Proven experience in technical leadership, design review, troubleshooting, and multidisciplinary coordination.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and client-management skills.
- Professional certification such as PE/Chartered Engineer and experience with major Oil & Gas client standards are an advantage.
Benefits
- We prioritize a values-inspired culture that fosters belonging, connection, and innovation.
- We support reskilling and the transition of our workforce towards low-carbon energy solutions and technology.
- We encourage individuals to explore diverse opportunities and realize their career ambitions within our organization.
- Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace ensures that everyone can thrive and contribute to delivering sustainable change.
