Engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry
Design, analyze, and manage offshore riser systems for complex oil & gas projects.
14 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
EC5 | TX, United States
Field
Company Size
30,000+ Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Wind
Hydrogen
Solar
Carbon Capture
Oil
Gas
Role
Description
design review
riser analysis
technical queries
procurement support
cost estimating
clash-free design
Provide technical direction and review of Designers producing products related to Instrumentation & Controls Engineering
Assist procurement personnel in procuring Discipline equipment, materials, and services; ensuring that work produced complies with Customer objectives and procedures, including preparing and reviewing requisitions, evaluating technical quotations and preparing queries, compiling bid tabulations and recommendations, preparing purchase requisitions, and coordinating with Procurement to expedite vendor documents, as directed by Discipline Lead Engineer
Participate in riser design reviews and verifications
Review vendor and subcontractor submittals, checking for compliance with project specifications and providing comments as necessary
Identify changes to scope and promptly raise change notifications, including providing any necessary supporting documentation and estimates
Attend project review meetings, vendor meetings, engineering meetings, and offshore site surveys, as required
Participate in Riser design review and verifications
Prepare Discipline engineering design basis, philosophies, and technical specifications, as required
Perform conceptual FEED, Studies, and detailed design engineering, analysis, and calculations on more complex and demanding engineering tasks
Assist in providing necessary design inputs to other disciplines to enable them to proceed with their deliverables
of actions) and forward copies to the Discipline Lead Engineer and Discipline Manager
Assists in the preparation of subcontract documents
Assist in providing inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports including associated productivity
Perform design verification through single-discipline check / inter-discipline check (IDC)
Interface with other departments to obtain input for Discipline designs and drawings
Keep the Lead Engineer apprised of all activities, progress, and concerns
Provide technical support to all fabrication queries, including identifying defect/rectification requirements
Participate in internal, Customer, and third-party technical audits on engineering deliverables and vendor documents
Guide less experienced engineers on MDR and Discipline procedures, standards, worksheets, design calculations, software, requisitions, technical bid evaluations, technical queries, etc.
Provides engineering support as required
Check engineering performed by others within the Discipline
Participate in finalizing deliverables lists and deliverables, ensuring compliance with specifications and functional integrity
Check final subcontractor and vendor data manuals to ensure that all requested data has been received
Act as а resource for colleagues with less experience
Assist in the preparation of estimates for bid proposals, including technical query reviews, execution statements, and manhour estimates
Maintain close coordination with other engineering disciplines, Planning, Fabrication, and Project Management Team, as required
Raise technical queries to obtain missing information, clarify work scope, and maintain preferred McDermott procedures, specifications, standards, practices, and operational requirements
Prioritize and organize own work to meet deadlines
Keep the Lead Engineer apprised of all activities and concerns, technical, budgetary and manpower related
Interface with all disciplines to develop clash-free designs
Platform design calculation and analysis and check engineering performed by others such as:Wall thickness designComponent designConfiguration design
Assist in updating weight report based on receipt of vendor information
Provide similar support for Variation Orders
Document substantive communications (communications that result in significant decisions or assignment
Assist Lead Engineer with responses to Customer and other agencies (such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc.) on their review and approval
Capture lessons learned and enter into MDR's Lessons Learned system
Develop an awareness of costs related to own work
Develop a basic understanding of MDR’s business and the customers it serves
Develop advanced skills in the use of standard productivity tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Build riser analysis models and check models created by others for analysis asunder supervision such as:Fatigue AnalysisStrength AnalysisInstallation AnalysisClashing Analysis
Installation Analysis
Prepare and review design reports and procedures
Prepare clear and accurate detailed design calculations and analyses including design reports and procedures
Requirements
clashing analysis
fatigue analysis
strength analysis
bachelors
eit
api standards
Clashing Analysis
Clearly communicate and explain information in straightforward engineering activities
Strong working knowledge of many design techniques and analysis methods
Develop basic knowledge of MDR’s business units and interactions including engineering, fabrication, and marine functions
Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering (Masters is a preference)
8-15 years of experience in oil and gas preferably in offshore facilities
Fatigue Analysis
Has developed a good understanding of riser engineering process and tools
Strength Analysis
Be fully familiar with the project scope of work, specifications, schedule, and all inter-discipline requirements; including identifying concerns as early as practicable and taking appropriate initiatives to address the issues
Understand the scope and contents of API, DNV, ISO, ASME, and other standards applicable to riser engineering
Preferably Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or member of a professional engineering society
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Provides a comprehensive range of services including engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) for both offshore and onshore projects.
Expertise encompasses the delivery of fixed, floating, and subsea production facilities, pipelines, and storage systems, from concept to commissioning.
Known for diverse product lines and innovative solutions across the oil and gas sector, including offshore and subsea production, onshore construction, engineering, and storage.
Developed the first steel template platform in the Gulf of Mexico in the 1940s, expanding its capabilities through strategic acquisitions and technological advancements.
Culture + Values
emphasizes a culture deeply rooted in core values: integrity, teamwork, commitment, well-being, and a drive to go beyond expectations
fosters a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to work as part of a cohesive team, regardless of their location or function, under the guiding principle of "The One McDermott Way"
approach ensures all employees contribute to delivering innovative and complete solutions to complex engineering challenges, thereby enabling customers to maximize the potential of natural resources
Environment + Sustainability
Their strategy focuses on enhancing operational efficiencies through the expanded adoption of renewable energy, including onsite solar power generation and the use of digital technologies.
McDermott has made significant strides in low-carbon projects, particularly in offshore wind generation and liquefied natural gas (LNG) production, aiming to scale up production while minimizing environmental impact.
The company has also partnered with various organizations to explore low-carbon pathways, such as hydrogen production and carbon capture utilization and storage.
In addition to these initiatives, McDermott's sustainability efforts include industry-leading safety performance and local content programs that have positively impacted host countries, receiving national recognition in Uganda.
The company's sustainability report is prepared in accordance with international frameworks and best practices, including the Global Reporting Initiative Standards and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, demonstrating their commitment to transparency and accountability in their environmental and sustainability practices.
Inclusion & Diversity
McDermott's inclusion and diversity strategy is integral to its organizational framework, emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences in driving success. The firm actively promotes initiatives fostering an inclusive workplace through a JDEI Committee working at the highest levels of management to ensure equitable access to client development and career advancement.
They have developed educational programming and best practices to create a culture of belonging. Their diversity strategy is structured around subcommittees focusing on race, ethnicity, gender, and LGBTQ+ inclusion.
McDermott hosts networking opportunities for women and sponsors events like the Women in FinTech series and She Loves Tech conference, reflecting their commitment to inclusion and employee satisfaction.