Position SummaryThe Incumbent will be responsible primarily for leading the engineering and design review, of piping systems for a Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) and Integrated Steel Plant preferably with Electric Arc Furnace route.. This role will oversee all piping-related activities across process units, utilities, and supporting infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective project execution.
The successful candidate will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including engineering reviews, contractor management. The role requires extensive experience in large-scale industrial facilities within the Iron & Steel, Metals & Mining, and heavy manufacturing sectors, with a strong understanding of DRI process plants and integrated steel production facilities.
Experience in construction, installation and maintenance oversight shall be added advantage.
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Job ResponsibilitiesEngineering and Design Management
- Review and approve piping engineering deliverables, including Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), piping layouts, isometric drawings, material specifications, and construction packages.
- Ensure piping designs comply with applicable ASME, API, OSHA, and project-specific standards and specifications.
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, structural, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines to ensure integrated design execution.
- Evaluate and resolve technical issues related to piping design, constructability, operability, and maintainability.
- Review pipe stress analysis reports and ensure compliance with applicable design requirements.
- The incumbent is expected to have working knowledge on construction and installation activities in related domain. Responsibility shall include site design co-ordination and support during construction phase as well as testing & commissioning phase.
Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Ensure compliance with project QA/QC procedures and applicable industry standards.
- Review welding procedures, inspection plans, hydrostatic testing procedures, and non-destructive examination (NDE) requirements.
- Coordinate inspections, testing, punch-list closure, and final acceptance activities.
- Verify proper documentation and turnover packages are completed before commissioning.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture throughout all piping activities.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, site safety requirements, and environmental standards.
- Participate in safety audits, hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and incident investigations.
Project Controls and Resource Management
- Manage piping budgets, schedules, and resource planning activities.
- Track project progress and develop recovery plans when required.
- Review contractor progress reports, change orders, and claims related to piping scope.
- Support procurement activities, including material take-offs, vendor evaluations, and equipment inspections.
Leadership and Stakeholder Coordination
- Lead and mentor piping engineers, supervisors, inspectors, and field personnel.
- Foster collaboration among engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations teams.
- Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to senior management and project stakeholders
- Support workforce development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills and Qualifications- Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Managementor related field.
- 8 to 12 years of progressive experience in piping engineering, within the Iron & Steel, Metals & Mining, or heavy industrial manufacturing sectors.
- Strong knowledge of ASME codes & standards (ASME B31 series) and pressure piping systems.
- Experience with piping materials selection, corrosion control, insulation, and piping supports.
- Familiarity with construction management systems, project controls software, and digital project execution tools.
- Experience with pipe stress analysis principles and related engineering practices.
- Must be thorough in piping design softwares
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work in complex, cross-functional industrial project environments.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Physical RequirementsSalary Range- $120,000 - $140,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match.
- Lincoln STD, LTD, & Life Insurance: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 0-5 Years: 120 hours per year.
5-10 Years: 160 hours per year.
10+ Years: 200 hours per year.
Plus 9 paid holidays.
