Provides engineering, procurement, construction, and installation services for energy projects.
Lead complex offshore engineering design, analysis, and project execution.
7 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
London, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
38,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Procurement
Construction
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Operations & Maintenance
Offshore & Onshore Services
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Renewable Energy
Subsea Infrastructure
Offshore Platforms
Refineries
Marine Construction
Fabrication Facilities
Engineering Solutions
Role
Description
team lead
design review
lift analysis
fabrication support
procurement support
client interface
Direct large Engineering team as a Lead Engineer on most unique and complex projects
Perform, review, and (as Lead Engineer) approve designs, analyses, evaluations, calculations, and procedures such as :
Alert the project team of any deviation from the scope or a need for a change order
Ensure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identified
Develop creative and innovative solutions that are reliable and cost-effective for problems and challenges when they arise
Assist in providing necessary design inputs to other disciplines to enable them to proceed with their deliverables
Construction lift analyses and procedures for activities such as floatovers, stackings, rollups, etc.
Assist the Discipline manager in the preparation of quarterly forecasts and workforce planning
Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of Discipline execution on the assigned project, including scope, deliverables, schedule, and all workforce resources - agree on allocations with the Discipline Manager
Provide technical support to all fabrication queries, including identifying defect/rectification requirements
Assign personnel to analyze and design tasks based on knowledge of individual strengths and capabilities
Provide technical direction and review of Designers producing products related to Construction Support Engineering
Interface with all disciplines to develop clash-free designs
Coordinate with other Discipline Lead Engineers and Designers to ensure timely receipt of necessary design inputs
Lead the Discipline engineering design of the assigned work area and complete it within the planned schedule and budget, in accordance with standards, MDR, and project-specific procedures and to a high professional standard
Capture lessons learned and enter into MDR’s Lessons Learned system
May participate in standards development committees or task groups such as API
Document substantive communications (communications that result in significant decisions or assignment of actions) and forward copies to Discipline Lead Engineer and Discipline Manager
Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses and design as per design basis, project specifications, design codes, and standards
Act as a discipline point of contact in communications and meetings with customer counterparts
Present issues and problems to Customers in a timely manner and assist the Lead Engineer in negotiating resolutions in accordance with project and company requirements
Erection sequences for jackets, topsides, and other structures
Interface with other departments to obtain input for discipline designs and drawings
Provide procurement assistance, including preparing, reviewing, and (as Lead Engineer) approving 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
Prepare work forecasts identifying change management plans, corrective action, and real-time schedule
Ensure substantive communications are documented
Provide discipline inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports, including associated productivity
Plan, organize, and assign tasks, responsibilities, and manhour budgets to the discipline team, and verify tasks are completed within budgets
Loadout procedure and guidance during the operations
Manage own time to meet objectives, and (as Lead Engineer) forecast and plan resource requirements
Assist in the maintenance of departmental technical guidelines and standard calculation notes
Coordinate with vendors for discipline-managed/produced items
Attend project kickoff and review meetings, vendor meetings, engineering meetings, and offshore site surveys, as required
Assist the Discipline manager and Project Engineering Manager or Project Manager in the Performance Evaluation of project team members
Prepare, review, and (as Lead Engineer) approve engineering design basis, philosophies, and technical specifications
Plan discipline deliverable schedule/register compliant with the overall execution plan
Participate in finalizing deliverable lists and deliverables, ensuring compliance with specifications and functional integrity
Keep the Discipline Manager and Project Management Team apprised of all activities and concerns, technical, budgetary, and workforce-related
Participate in McDermott forums and represent McDermott as a subject matter expert(SME)
Review and (as Lead Engineer) approve vendor and subcontractor submittals, checking for compliance with project specifications and providing comments as necessary
Lead the Discipline team during project audits (internal, Customer and third-party technical audits) and design reviews
Provide similar support for variation orders
Perform (as required) Technical Quality Audit reviews in accordance with MDR Global procedures
Assist procurement personnel in procuring discipline equipment, materials, and services, ensuring that work produced complies with Customer objectives and procedures
Prepare estimates for bid proposals, including technical query reviews, execution statements, and manhour estimates, identifying software requirements and any other project-specific requirements
Check final subcontractor and vendor data manuals to ensure that all requested data has been received and approved
Provide information on employee performance to the Discipline Manager
Assist Project engineer with responses to Customers and other agencies (such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc) on their review and approval
Design and detailing of miscellaneous fabrication yard items
Anticipate project engineering needs and plan accordingly
Review comments from Customers & other agencies on documents and drawings produced by the team and resolve/give guidance on their update and incorporation
Apply expertise to the most complex problems
Participate in the development and maintenance of Global Procedures, Software, and Standards
Monitor KPI measurement results and take corrective action as necessary to improve Discipline performance, including performance at interfaces with others
Act as project representative for the discipline during meetings with Project Team,
Raise technical queries to obtain missing information, clarify work scope, and maintain preferred Mcdermott procedures, specifications, standards, practices, and operational requirements
Supervise and guide assigned engineers and coordinate with Lead Designers for Discipline engineering and design deliverables
Evaluate costs associated with products and solutions
Identify changes to scope and promptly raise change notifications, including providing any necessary supporting documentation and estimates
Prepare bids and projects discipline engineering budget and execution plans
Review and (as Lead Engineer) approve design verification through single-discipline check /inter-discipline check (IDC)
Customer discipline lead and relevant agencies such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc
Assist in coordinating critical operations pre-activity meetings
Assist in providing inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports, including associated productivity
Prepare, review, and (as Lead Engineer) approve design reports and procedures
Identify project staff needs based on knowledge of individual engineer’s skill sets and provide requests to the discipline manager
Assist the Department Manager in identifying departmental needs, including the development of personnel and technical capabilities
Assist the Discipline manager in interviewing job applicants
Review and approve requisitions, technical quotation evaluations, and queries, compiled bid tabulations, and coordinate with Procurement to expedite vendor documents as required
Maintain close coordination with other engineering disciplines, Planning, fabrication, Marine, and Project Management Teams, as required
Maintain responsibility for progress and productivity, identifying any required corrective action
Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to other Engineers
Develop and manage plans to achieve business objectives
Review project schedule and fabrication schedule in relation to construction sequence, milestones, and engineering scope
Requirements
professional engineer
bachelor's degree
20+ years
design analysis
project coordination
communication
Become 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 issues, interpret contractual requirements as they relate to engineering execution
Recognized across the company as a key lead, highly innovative designer, or highly skilled analyst
Clearly communicate and explain highly complex ideas and anticipate potential objections, influencing outcomes
Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering (Master’s is a preference)
Preferably a Registered Professional Engineer or member of a professional engineering society
Recognized as having good communication and presentation skills (e.g., published technical papers are clearly written, actively participates in conferences or seminars, and/or is a capable presenter of design solutions or topics at MDR learning sessions
Detailed knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods and detailed knowledge of the theory, content, and application of standards, codes, and guidelines as applicable for offshore
20+ years of experience in oil and gas with major contractors or consultants predominantly performing detail design
Knowledgeable in project coordination and execution skills
Benefits
Crane arrangements and rigging arrangements
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Specializes in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation of energy projects.
Focuses on offshore, subsea, and onshore solutions.
Extensive expertise in oil and gas, renewables, and utility infrastructure projects.
Notable for complex offshore projects and innovative solutions.
history of successful partnerships with major global energy firms.
Renowned for state-of-the-art technology, including marine vessels and modularized solutions.
Ability to manage large, intricate projects from conception through completion.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
Established a clear path to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across operations.
Focused on implementing energy-efficient technologies in projects and operations.
Working to minimize environmental impact through waste reduction and recycling efforts.
Committed to supporting the energy transition via innovative renewable energy and carbon capture solutions.
Inclusion & Diversity
Dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Implemented programs to increase the representation of women in leadership roles.
Global workforce includes a significant percentage of women and people of diverse backgrounds, with ongoing efforts to improve this representation.