We are seeking a Senior Pipe Stress Engineer to join our project team in Houston, TX.
Responsibilities:
Project Leadership
- Lead the full piping engineering scope for assigned projects, including coordination with international execution centers.
- Oversee all pipe stress analysis activities for both new projects and existing facility issues.
- Develop, manage, and enforce project schedules, budgets, and deliverable requirements.
- Monitor project progress and provide consistent reporting throughout execution.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, and clients to clarify objectives and define scope.
- Office location is Houston, TX.
Piping Design and Engineering
- Provide expert guidance on complex piping systems, applying sound engineering judgment and industry best practices.
- Review piping layouts, isometrics, and 3D models, including work produced by global offices.
- Ensure all designs comply with project specifications, applicable standards, and governing codes (ASME, API).
- Perform stress analysis, support material selection, and optimize pipe routing.
- Support procurement activities for piping components such as specialty items, supports, and valves.
- Oversee the checking and release of piping deliverables for downstream use.
Team Supervision
- Mentor, supervise, and support junior engineers and designers.
- Lead routine design reviews and ensure alignment across engineering disciplines.
- Promote a collaborative, efficient, and high-performing team culture.
Coordination and Communication
- Work closely with civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process safety teams to ensure proper integration of piping systems.
- Review and approve vendor drawings and documentation.
- Participate in design reviews, HAZOP sessions, and project presentations.
- Respond to technical inquiries and manage design changes effectively.
Quality Assurance
- Implement quality control procedures and conduct periodic design audits.
- Confirm that all deliverables meet project requirements and regulatory expectations.
- Identify and address risks or issues that could affect project performance.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in piping layout, design, and pipe stress analysis within the petrochemical sector, including at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with design review tools such as SmartPlant Review and Navisworks.
- Strong understanding of piping codes and standards (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP).
- Competence in material identification and selection.
- Extensive experience with Caesar II and preparation of pipe stress analysis reports for common piping systems.
- LNG project experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of AIV/FIV principles and screening methods is advantageous.
- Experience developing piping material class specifications is preferred.
- Familiarity with NDE and piping system testing requirements is preferred.
- Understanding of valve applications and specifications is preferred.
Leadership & Communication
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor engineering teams.
- Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent organizational skills and capability to manage multiple priorities.
Additional Skills
- Familiarity with construction and installation practices.
- Understanding of project management fundamentals.
- Experience working on international projects or within multicultural teams is a plus.
