Piping Material Engineer – Houston (Contract)

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Piping Material Engineer – Houston (Contract)

Overview
JAB Recruitment is actively seeking a Piping Material Engineer to support one of our prestigious international energy clients at their Houston location. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a world-class team in a fast-paced, professional environment.
In this role, you will lead the design and development of methods for the manufacture, molding, and utilization of construction materials for large projects. You will analyze materials, develop conceptual designs, lead material selection, plan and conduct work, and review operating data. Your technical expertise will ensure that issues with complex materials, welding, and corrosion are addressed.

PLEASE NOTE:

• This is a contract position - estimated 3 months
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US indefinitely without present or future need for visa sponsorship. No sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard material?engineering methods, techniques, standards,?specifications, procedures, and criteria, using?independent judgment in making adaptations?and modifications
• Participates in the design, development and?modification of processes and methods for the?manufacture, molding, and utilization of metallic,?plastic, composite and other materials in?construction and production of hardware,?electronic components and structures
• Analyzes materials and material components to establish?mechanical and physical?properties
• Reviews operating data, conducts experimental tests and?evaluates?results
• Prepares material selection diagrams and/or materials corrosion?engineering reports for clients as?required
• Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs,?reports, or?proposals
• Coordinates material engineering efforts in assigned areas with?specialty groups, engineering disciplines, clients, vendors,?contractors, construction, and other functional?groups
• Provides technical assistance to other material specialists,?interacts with project disciplines, customers, and regulatory agency?personnel in the resolution of complex?issues.
• Provides assistance to?project and construction management in?identifying and complying with project material requirements, and?addresses materials issues as they arise during project?execution
• Reviews and checks work of other MET specialists as?assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Understands the application of Engineering Department Procedures, relevant design guides. Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.
• Detailed knowledge of Piping Material Specification software (Smart Plant Reference Data SRD, etc.)
• Extensive experience and knowledge of ASME, API, AWWA, ASTM and MSS codes/product specifications is essential.
• Experience developing, managing, and maintaining BIM piping FabParts with defined LOD specifications (LOD 100–500) for the engineering discipline of Plant Design and Piping.
• Preferred prior experience working on a large industrial manufacturing facility (semiconductor fabs or data centers)
• Extensive knowledge of precedents in the discipline and of principles and practices of related disciplines.
• Knowledge of typical Engineering Department Procedures, Design Guides, appropriate Standard Computer Applications, and administrative practices.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate to jobsite in support of projects.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-10 years of relevant experience or 9-14 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.

JAB Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V
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