Lead Engineer 2 Mechanical Component
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
The Lead Engineer Pressure Parts & Piping is responsible for leading the design engineering and integration of boiler pressure parts and boiler area piping systems for new build retrofit and upgrade projects. The role includes development of pressure parts arrangements 3D piping layouts and models engineering drawings technical specifications design calculations and support through customer approval procurement erection and commissioning phases.This position requires strong technical expertise in boiler pressure parts steam-water cycle systems piping layout and stress analysis 3D modelling and applicable international codes and standards. The role also requires effective cross-functional coordination customer interface and leadership in delivering quality engineering outputs aligned with project cost quality and schedule commitments.
Job Description
- Essential Responsibilities
- Lead design and engineering activities for boiler pressure parts and boiler area piping systems across new build retrofit and upgrade projects.
- Develop complete pressure parts arrangement drawings and 3D wireframe models in AutoCAD.
- Create and manage complete 3D piping layouts/models in PDMS/E3D including equipment supports pipe racks valves cable trays access and maintenance provisions.
- Design and review piping systems including boiler start-up systems pressure part related piping critical piping auxiliary steam systems water systems air systems and fire protection systems.
- Preparation of Technical Specifications Design code calculations & project related documents.
- Preparation of Composite Modelling Component Modelling through AutoCAD as per contract requirements work instructions installation guidelines and best arrangement practices.
- Preparation of Data Matrix files for Input to PDMS & CAESER.
- Material Ordering Information (Tube Pipe Plate Forging Fitting Fixtures Shipping Frame Temporary closure Packers etc.)/SAP MM creation Purchase requisition. Linking with Stock through Stores availability.
- Generation of Component arrangement drawings for Critical components like Drum Separators & Spheres.
- Field Weld Data Sheet drawings & sketches preparation
- Preparation of Preliminary Bill of Materials during Tendering stage / Shipping Bill of Materials during execution stage
- Co-Ordination with Other Engg/cross function disciplines at various stages to do design review finalise the Terminal points of components arrange to get the related Inputs to secondary components like attachments welded to the Pressure part components.
- IBR/ASME Code Calculation and IBR/ASME approval.
- Generation of Pressure Parts Arrangement drawings.
- Prepare and review engineering deliverables including P&IDs line sizing line lists valve lists system descriptions datasheets technical specifications material requisitions and engineering calculations.
- Perform or guide hydraulic calculations pump head calculations pipe sizing wall thickness calculations material selection and piping stress analysis.
- Prepare review and approve arrangement drawings fabrication drawings isometric drawings support drawings and related 3D model outputs.
- Review vendor documents 3D models and fabrication drawings for technical compliance and project requirements.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including ASME IBR API IS DIN EN NFPA and customer specifications.
- Knowledge & working Experience in coal-based gas-based or combined cycle power plants is a plus
- Support project execution during procurement manufacturing erection commissioning and performance testing.
- Coordinate with customers vendors third-party inspectors statutory authorities and cross-functional teams for design reviews approvals inspections and interface management.
- Resolve technical issues and support site teams during project execution.
- Drive standardization productivity improvement and quality in engineering tools processes and deliverables.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance within the discipline.
- Own discipline deliverables in line with project cost quality and schedule requirements.
- Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering with excellent academic track record.
- Minimum 15 years engineering experience in Conceptual Basic & detail Engineering on Boiler Piping design.
- Significant experience in conceptual basic and detailed engineering for boiler pressure parts and piping systems.
- Strong knowledge of steam-water cycle boiler pressure parts and auxiliary piping systems.
- Strong understanding of applicable engineering codes and standards including ASME IBR API IS DIN EN and NFPA.
- Experience in supercritical subcritical CFBC HRSG FGD and boiler/ESP upgrade or retrofit projects is preferred.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD PDMS/E3D Navisworks CAESAR II/ROHR and MS Office/Excel.
- Knowledge of AutoPIPE / AFT Fathom is an added advantage.
- Project engineering and interdisciplinary coordination skills
- Strong project engineering problem-solving and cross-functional coordination skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with global teams customers and partners.
- Desired Characteristics
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering scope within a multidisciplinary project environment.
- Experience in thermal power oil & gas petrochemical or similar industrial projects.
- Strong interpersonal and technical leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within project timelines.
- Knowledge of engineering automation or tool development is an advantage.
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification is a plus.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Required Experience:
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