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    Lead Piping Engineer - Reading, United Kingdom - Wood

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    Full time
    Description

    Powered by a global team of more than 12,000 people, we deliver some of the world's boldest and most critical projects in many diverse and evolving sectors, including:

  • Upstream / Midstream / Downstream Oil & Gas
  • Chemicals
  • Renewable Energy
  • Power
  • Mining & Minerals
  • Industrials & Manufacturing
  • Life Sciences
  • Transportation
  • Water
  • Government services
  • We are currently looking for a number of Lead Piping Engineers to work on a permanent basis in our Reading office. These are highly strategic roles with the ideal candidate will be at Principal or Lead level with extensive years of experience within the industry. You will have a thorough understanding of equipment typically encountered in projects and understand any special requirements that these may bring, such as Vibration / Maintenance / Piping configuration.

  • Detailed knowledge of Piping Design and Plant Layout aspects
  • Proven understanding of Pipe Specification
  • Shall be capable of reviewing and checking / correcting basic deliverables; preparation of Plot Plans in accordance with Project requirements and standards for checking by Layout Engineer
  • Capable of representing the project to the Client
  • Control of schedule and man hour budgets
  • Possess management skills and the ability to deliver projects
  • Issue clear directions on targets, communicate concisely and develop the piping team on projects
  • Maintain a strong work ethic and understand team dynamics and adjust behaviour to gain maximum advantage
  • Understand how to motivate and control designers and engineers to produce quality work on target and to budget
  • Understand workshare elements and how to divide work - scopes
  • What we can offer:

  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the energy transition, emerging and conventional energy sectors
  • A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business
  • Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
  • Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
  • Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays),plus the potential for one additional 'flex day' per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
  • Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
  • Global connections ; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
  • If all of this sounds good to you, review the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood.

    You may read these details and consider not applying because your knowledge, experience and skills base doesn't fully cover every item listed, and that's understandable. However, we'd still like to hear from you. At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences. So even if you feel you don't have everything listed, but think you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world's most critical challenges and grow your apply.

  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, or a similar related subject
  • Demonstrate a wealth of relevant experience in petrochemical or similar related industry
  • Experience must include Detail Engineering of similar installations and be of lead specification engineer calibre with strong communication skills
  • Ability to deal with resolution of technical and contractual issues and policing of the design to ensure compliance with project requirements
  • Proven strong character and self - motivated individual
  • Proven ability to engage in effective dealings with both client / owner and detail design contractors
  • Must be able to work with the minimum of supervision and be technically strong
  • FEED or EPC experience


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