Job Description:Job Title: Lead T&I Engineer (Contract 1 year renewable)Location: Chachoengsao, ThailandProject Type: Offshore Oil & Gas Field DevelopmentJob Purpose: The Lead T&I Engineer will be responsible for leading and overseeing all engineering activities related to the Transportation and Installation (T&I) of offshore structures, pipelines, and subsea equipment. This role involves the conceptualization, detailed engineering, analysis, and execution support to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective T&I operations in compliance with industry standards, regulations, and project specifications.Key Responsibilities:
Engineering Leadership & Management:
Lead and technically guide a team of T&I engineers, ensuring the timely and high-quality delivery of all T&I engineering deliverables.
Develop and review T&I engineering philosophies, procedures, and specifications.
Act as the primary technical interface for T&I matters with internal stakeholders (e.g., project management, construction, operations) and external parties (e.g., clients, contractors, Marine Warranty Surveyors - MWS).
T&I Methodologies & Analysis:
Develop and optimize detailed T&I methodologies for various offshore operations, including:
Load-out (e.g., skid, strand jack, SPMT) of jackets, topsides, modules, and subsea structures.
Sea fastening design and analysis for transportation of structures on barges/vessels.
Transportation analysis (motion analysis, stability) in varying sea states.
Offshore heavy lifts (e.g., jacket launches/lifts, topsides lifts/float-overs) using heavy lift vessels/barges.
Pipelaying (rigid/flexible) and subsea cable installation.
Participate actively in HAZID, HAZOP, TR (Technical Review), and other risk assessment workshops related to T&I operations.
Identify potential T&I risks and develop comprehensive mitigation strategies.
Ensure all T&I activities are designed and executed according to project HSE requirements, industry best practices, and relevant regulations (e.g., IMO, DNV, ABS, API).
Interface Management:
Manage technical interfaces with fabrication yards, marine contractors, vessel operators, and MWS.
Review and approve the contractor's T&I procedures, installation manuals, engineering reports, and MWS close-out reports.
Provide technical support during tender evaluations for the T&I scope.
Documentation & Reporting:
Prepare, review, and approve T&I engineering reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and cost control for the T&I scope.
Provide regular progress reports to the project management team, highlighting key T&I issues, risks, and opportunities.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
Stay abreast of new T&I technologies, equipment, and methodologies in the offshore industry.
Propose innovative solutions to optimize T&I execution, reduce costs, and improve safety.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Naval Architecture, Offshore, or Mechanical Engineering. A Master's degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.
Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in T&I engineering within the offshore oil and gas industry.
At least 5 years of experience in a Lead or Senior T&I Engineer role, demonstrating strong technical leadership and project management capabilities.
Extensive hands-on experience with T&I analysis software (e.g., MOSES, SACS, OrcaFlex) is mandatory.
Proven track record in the successful delivery of complex offshore T&I projects, including experience with various types of offshore structures (fixed platforms, floating facilities, subsea systems).
In-depth knowledge of international codes, standards, and guidelines applicable to offshore T&I operations (e.g., API RP 2A/2L, DNV-OS-H series, AISC, ABS).
Strong understanding of marine operations, vessel capabilities, and limitations.
Experience in managing Marine Warranty Survey (MWS) processes and requirements.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively collaborating with multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Offshore survival certifications (e.g., BOSIET/FOET with HUET) and a valid offshore medical certificate are highly desirable or may be required prior to deployment.
Ability to travel to fabrication yards, offshore vessels, and project sites as required.
