Title: Senior Offshore Pipeline Engineer
Duration: 6+ Months
Location: Houston, TX
 
Position Summary:

• Prepare offshore pipeline design and installation specifications
• Prepare pipeline drawings and alignment sheets
• Perform pipeline design and installation analysis
• Preparation of sow for pipeline installation, pre and post lay interventions, pipe and coating supply
• Prepare sow for pipe supply including corrosion and weight coating
• Verification of pipeline contractor’s analysis for pipeline installation, pre and post lay intervention, pre-commissioning
• Prepares specifications, data sheets, material requisitions and bid evaluations
• Review vendor provided data, documentation, and drawings
• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard pipeline engineering methods, techniques, procedures and criteria, using independent judgment in making adaptations and modifications
• Familiar with subsea construction techniques and equipment.
• Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines
• Provides technical assistance to other pipeline personnel and will interact with project functions, the customer, and regulatory agency personnel in the resolution of complex regulatory issues
• Provides assistance to project and construction management in identifying and complying with project pipeline requirements and in addressing issues as they arise during project execution
• Ensures that engineering is carried out in accordance with client's work processes and procedures, project specific procedures, and contractual requirements
• Ensures that pipeline design meets industry best practice and complies with pertinent pipeline codes and standards, governing regulations, and industry practices
• Prepares or assist in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or bid proposals for pipeline
• Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for proposals, forecasts and change orders
• Reviews and checks work of subordinate engineers
• Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction

Skills and Qualifications:

• Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the offshore pipeline
• Lifecycle interface management between offshore pipeline and other disciplines including environmental management and operations
• Facilitating internal workshops and training related to offshore pipeline scope
• Managing day to day activities of design consultants including independent verification of their work
• Site engineering support during offshore pipeline procurement, fabrication, installation and commissioning
• Extensive knowledge and familiarity with DNV pipeline design and construction codes and standards
• Knowledge and use of standard pipeline analysis software
• Experience in design and construction of conventional and trenchless shore crossings
• Direct field experience onboard pipeline installation vessels
• Skill in oral and written communication to prepare reports and other documentation.
• Possesses either a recognized degree in engineering from an accredited college or university (or international equivalent) and a minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience
• Registered as a professional engineer in Texas or other state or country is preferred or a professional engineering-in -training (EIT) license from a recognized licensing board

 

About Us: SPECTRAFORCE is one of the fastest-growing workforce solutions firms in the United States. As a diversity-owned business, we place human connection at the heart of everything we do, building strong relationships with both clients and candidates to fill roles successfully. Our teams in North and Central America and India serve more than 150 Fortune clients globally, leveraging custom AI technology to provide direct hire, executive search, nearshoring, offshoring, and project staffing solutions.
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
 
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LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer. 


At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $57.59/hr.