Project Engineer
- Location: Houston
- Salary: Rate is negotiable
One of Spencer Ogden's LNG clients is seeking a Process/Project Engineer to join them on a one year contract with the possibility of extension. The role will require candidates to be local or be willing to relocate to the Houston area.
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The Power Stations job family is focussed on work activities related to the generation of electricity across a portfolio of station assets using a variety of fuel types. Key responsibilities: Planning of outages on the main Combined Cycle Gas Turbine plant and Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant and other major items of plant.Development of contingency plans associated with the aboveReview of contracts, programmes, project and commercial documentation associated with outagesEnsuring plans meet safety, environmental, technical, and commercial targetsManaging site specific projects that have defined time or functional start and end criteria. These may include CAPEX projects, plant investigations, technical and commercial project assignments, audits etc.Manage and develop site based computerised maintenance management systems to suit business and plant needsCoordinate the preparation of monthly reports, business reviews and associated follow up actions and contingency plans.Develop procedures and plans in the above areas to support the stations ISO quality standards Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Experience in a power plant or similar process industry in a commercial environment is essential.Good interpersonal skill and have the ability to manage and lead projects, coordinate activities, chair meetings, and manage unplanned changes.Experience preparing reports to suit recipients at different levels of the organisation and make presentations as required. Desirable Working experience in the use, development and management of planning software and computerised maintenance management systems. Qualifications Desirable: 3rd level qualification in engineering or a related technical/science based subject Location Aghada, Co cork
Key ResponsibilitiesThe key responsibilities include the following: Planning of outages on the main Combined Cycle Gas Turbine plant and Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant and other major items of plant.Development of contingency plans associated with the aboveReview of contracts, programmes, project and commercial documentation associated with outagesProgress and reporting on all planned and unplanned outagesEnsuring plans meet safety, environmental, technical, and commercial targetsCo-ordination of day-to-day maintenance planning activities.Managing site specific projects that have defined time or functional start and end criteria. These may include CAPEX projects, plant investigations, technical and commercial project assignments, audits etc.Manage and develop site based computerised maintenance management systems to suit business and plant needsDevelop and test site Business Continuity PlansCoordinate the preparation of monthly reports, business reviews and associated follow up actions.Develop procedures and plans in the above areas to support the stations ISO quality standards Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceEssential Experience in a power plant or similar process industry in a commercial environment is considered essential.It is expected that the incumbent would have good interpersonal skill and have the ability to manage and lead projects, coordinate activities, chair meetings, and manage unplanned changes.The incumbent would be expected to prepare reports to suit recipients at different levels of the organisation and make presentations as required. Desirable Working experience in the use, development and management of planning software and computerised maintenance management systems would be an advantage. QualificationsIt is desirable that the incumbent has 3rd level qualification in engineering or a related technical/science based subject.
Position Summary:Develop, maintain and communicate capital projects cost and schedules. The position can be assigned to multiple capital projects as well as specific initiatives for business development. He or she will be responsible for project controls and reporting, including estimate development, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control.Key Responsibilities: Lead planning exercises, prepare and maintain EPC cost and schedule for capital projects.Coordinate with project teams to develop master project schedules for all phases of the project.Develop schedules with activities to the lowest levels with logic in MS Project and Primavera.Obtain data on project progress, logic and manpower from project managers, contractors or other project/plant personnel.Provide overall project cost, schedule, estimating, progress measurement, and change management leadership and expertise.Ensure schedules generated for a project are fully integrated and resource-loaded in order to ensure the accuracy of projected staffing requirements.Generate basis of cost and schedule, perform cost and schedule analysis and cost and schedule risk assessment (CSRA) for projects and provide cost and schedule confidence report.Analyze cost and schedule trends, develop and review cost and schedule forecasts.Provide project managers with corrective actions regarding cost and schedule variances and impacts on project delays and opportunities.Assist project teams in resolution of issues involving cost, schedule, & contract changes.Set up, implement, and maintain project cost and schedule related key performance indicators (KPIs).Conduct cost and schedule review meetings and assist in developing alternatives to accommodate changes to project plans and communicate any deviations of current plan to the project team.Review cost and schedules prepared by contractors to ensure appropriate level of details and structure are applied to ensure effective progress monitoring and project control.Review change requests and change assessments in accordance with management of change plan.Provide necessary coaching to contractor's planners to insure the development of job plans that can be transposed into a workable cost and schedule that accurately links required tasks and specific resources that are necessary to complete an identified work scope.Skill Set/Knowledge/Expertise:BS Eng (ME, ChE), MBA, PE preferred;Project Management Certification (PMI) or similar.>10 years of demonstrated experience in managing capital projects (> $2 MM) in the specialty chemical or similar industry.>10 years of demonstrated project planning and scheduling experience in the specialty chemical or similar industry.Working knowledge of high purity gas installation techniques, and practices a plus.Ability to read and interpret equipment schematics, PIDs, and construction drawings.Proficient in Value Engineering.Fluent in the use of MS Office Suite, including MS Project and MS Project Online.Proficient in cost estimating techniques and understanding of estimate accuracy at various project stages.Knowledge of building codes, consensus engineering standards and applicable regulations (ASME, API, CGA, NFPA, OSHA).Effective verbal and written communication, with good mediation skills. Must be collaborative and comfortable working in a team environment.Attention to detail; precision and accuracy are important.
Position Description The Power Stations job family is focussed on work activities related to the generation of electricity across a portfolio of station assets using a variety of fuel types. The successful candidate will be a team player, flexible and a self-starter with good problem-solving skills. They should be able to demonstrable the ability to lead as required, communicate and relate effectively with staff at all levels in the organisation. Key ResponsibilitiesThe key responsibilities include the following: Planning of outages on the main Combined Cycle Gas Turbine plant and Open Cycle Gas Turbine plant and other major items of plant.Development of contingency plans associated with the aboveReview of contracts, programmes, project and commercial documentation associated with outagesProgress and reporting on all planned and unplanned outagesEnsuring plans meet safety, environmental, technical, and commercial targetsCo-ordination of day-to-day maintenance planning activities.Managing site specific projects that have defined time or functional start and end criteria. These may include CAPEX projects, plant investigations, technical and commercial project assignments, audits etc.Manage and develop site based computerised maintenance management systems to suit business and plant needsDevelop and test site Business Continuity PlansCoordinate the preparation of monthly reports, business reviews and associated follow up actions.Develop procedures and plans in the above areas to support the stations ISO quality standards Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceEssential Experience in a power plant or similar process industry in a commercial environment is considered essential.It is expected that the incumbent would have good interpersonal skill and have the ability to manage and lead projects, coordinate activities, chair meetings, and manage unplanned changes.The incumbent would be expected to prepare reports to suit recipients at different levels of the organisation and make presentations as required. Desirable Working experience in the use, development and management of planning software and computerised maintenance management systems would be an advantage. Qualifications It is desirable that the incumbent has 3rd level qualification in engineering or a related technical/science based subject. LocationThis position is based in Aghada Station, Cork.
The Project Cost Engineer will provide project cost control services to a broad portfolio of projects ranging from highly standardized / small scale to complex and unique facilities. You will also provide guidance and deliver project cost control plans to suit the project execution strategy and needs from both an internal and external aspect.Accountabilities: Motivated to help achieve an industry leading regional project cost control team capable of supporting internal /external customer projects including EPCs, both within the office and construction site.Use Client cost control IT systems and functional discipline work processes to provide reliable and consistent cost control and reporting to ensure that we can meet the project, regional/global project portfolio and business requirements.Collaborate with the Product Line and Project Execution team to develop and deliver competitive project estimates and budgets, including financing and hedging support, aligned to the execution scope and strategy during the bid phase through award and execution, ensuring the growth of businesses whilst consistently delivering on project commitments in terms of cost and schedule.Work on multiple projects concurrently. Responsibilities will include project set up, cost control, change management, monthly reporting, and project closeout.Develop and maintain Project Structure including Intercompany Contracts for engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning to ensure credible cost control and reporting throughout the project execution phase. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Engineering, Management, Business Administration or similar is preferred.Minimum 5 years' project cost control experience.Sound knowledge, proven skills, and competencies in application of project cost control principles, methodologies and tools, supporting all phases of project execution, especially around Project Cost Control, Forecasting and Reporting, within a project-oriented EPC or Owner Organization. Must be able to deliver accurate cost information, reporting and guidance to management.Previous SAP and Ecosys direct experience strongly preferred, especially around SAP Project Systems module.Experience within an Oil & Gas, Chemical processing or related business and equivalent projects a further benefit.Global Project Cost Control experience. Proven skills and experience of cost control of projects on global basis, including performing foreign currency analysis, assessing currency risk exposures, advising Treasury of currency requirements and changes, supporting projects executed by multiple engineering offices, and understanding intercompany project ramifications. Understanding of a variety of project types, structures, and contract terms. This includes sale of gas (SOG), third party sale of equipment (SOE), joint ventures, capital, and cost sharing type arrangements.Occasional travel to support project / organizational needs.Scheduling experience would be a plus, but not required.Determined, adaptable and resilient. Able to achieve success under significant pressure, evolving requirements, and conflicting priorities.Culturally astute. Experience and ability to work with different cultures associated with multi-region project execution, and to therefore achieve success with a multi-cultural team. Experience of Customer and external stakeholder regional cultures, and ability to achieve success with those cultures.Ability to build relationships with project teams and support functions.
An initial 6 Month opportunity for a Pipeline Engineer via Spencer Ogden to permanent position. Interested? here are the details that I have:Pipeline Engineer Brisbane Based 8-hour days Monday - Friday $1050/day + Super Project is pre-FEED for a natural gas pipeline design in accordance with AS2885. Gas Pipeline is about 400km in length. Purpose of project is to reach enough level of detail so that Operator can obtain regulatory approvals and proceed to FEED and Detailed Design. Project kicked off in September 2022. The candidate will be required to oversee project execution, lead communications with client and support other team members in the development of the various deliverables. Reach out today adib.jambol@spencer-ogden.com 08 6280 2417
As an Offshore Foundation Structural Assessment Senior Engineer F/M you will be involved in delivering multi-level ongoing projects in the offshore wind whilst looking at the wider renewable energy business in general, contributing and developing broader technical solutions for business.You'll be part of an enthusiastic and committed team of Engineers and Technicians to deliver high-quality output on projects. Client care and repeat business are crucial to success. This means you enjoy developing and nurturing relationships with clients.You will have a good understanding of the technical engineering requirements of offshore wind turbine structures. As an Offshore foundation structural assessment senior engineer, you will be Performing structural calculations mainly using the finite element calculation method (FEA) to include: Analysis of Structural ModelsMonitoring calculations and detailed drawingsSelection of load cases (environmental conditions, a turbine in production/shutdown, etc.)Post-processing of extreme loads and fatigueAnalysis of the results and recommendations on the designData flow managementEnsuring technical compliance with the relevant regulations and client specificationsCompletion and delivery of high-quality technical reports. and you will carry out the dimensioning of structures: In the pre-design, design, basic, and detailed engineering phases (typically offshore jacket/monopile wind turbine foundation).Analysis of structural designs and gradually develop expertise in a wide range of offshore structures including static & dynamic analysis, fatigue analysis, impact analysis, fracture mechanics, Finite Element Analysis, wave dynamics, seismic design, engineering materials, etc. The role is based in Nantes, France, and the incumbent will have the right to work and reside in France.In this hybrid role, you will have a defined work location that includes remote work from home, in the office, and offshore/on-site as agreed with your manager.Flexibility to working hours and willing travel locally and internationally may be required occasionally.What we are looking forWe are looking for a determined, results, and client-oriented professional with a supportive and global mindset, and excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate should be passionate about innovation, and progress and enjoys working in a dynamic and multicultural environment both independently and as part of a team. In addition, you: Hold a Master's degree (or equivalent):structural mechanics and/or solid mechanics.Have at least 3 years of experience in the offshore field (Wind or Oil & Gas) in the dimensioning of offshore foundation structures, mainly of the jacket or monopile type.Will have Knowledge of mechanical characteristics of metal/concrete/composite materials (RDM).Have an in-depth understanding of at least 1 of the following: ANSYS / SACS / ABAQUS / SESAM.Knowledge and/or practice of standards such as DNV-GL, IEC, API, AISC, and Eurocodes.Are fully proficient in English, and French is an advantage.Practice in code checking, yielding, buckling, and fatigue, in ULS, FLS, and ALS conditions could be an additional advantage.
Qualification: Must have experience associated with engineering design, onshore fabrication, offshore installation, brownfield construction and hook-up and commissioning of offshore structures. At leasr 5-8 years of expierienceHas used Software skills such as SACS, Staadpro or SESAMHas worked on FPSO projects prior.
Are you a Geotechnical Engineer who is passionate about the Offshore sector? Our client, one of the world's leading geotechnical offshore companies, is the best place to be a Technical Director. They are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious engineer to become an invaluable part of the geotechnical team, who wants to grow and develop within the industry and manage their own team.This is an exciting role that will require the technical leadership of geotechnical engineering for offshore wind development. You should have a good command of fast-evolving geotechnical issues around OWF as well as have the capacity to deliver projects with my client. You will be encouraged to think differently to deliver projects using innovative business models and utilising existing, and developing new, digital solutions and design automation.ResponsibilitiesManaging a geotechnical team and providing them with support, what will give you the autonomy to implement your ideas and improve your social skills.Working on global offshore wind projects, what is an exciting opportunity to develop personal and technical skills.Interaction with stakeholders on a technical level.Providing QA of factual and interpretation reports .Assisting with geotechnical design and engineering.Approving laboratory testing schedules.RequirementsMinimum 8 years of relevant experience in Renewable Energy.Recognized first degree in Engineering geology or Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or similar.Membership in a relevant professional institution.
Pipeline Integrity Engineer Oil & Gas Experience Support/manage pipeline integrity of our client's Australian LNG pipelines.Maintain and track integrity critical maintenance tasks, project manage and execute inline inspection and riser inspection work scopes.5 years + experiencePerth or Adelaide based - Interstate candidates will be consideredOffice based role8 hours daysMonday - Friday$940/day + Super. Based on an initial 12 month contract - Ongoing.adib.jambol@spencer-ogden.com
DESCRIPTIONPurpose of the Job Execute and maintain current and prospective Clients' business requirements for any floater solutions in the Asia Pacific excluding Central & South Asia and Malaysia to ensure Offshore Business Unit's sustainable business growth and maximize Company's profitability. Build and manage the relationship building in pursuing and securing prospective jobs to support Offshore Business Unit growth agenda.Execute and maintain strategic direction in business development and marketing plans to secure new businesses in both Regional and Domestic market by identifying sound business models and overall contracting strategies for potential projects identified.Develop commercial proposal to existing and potential clients and/or partners for greenfield, brownfield and marginal field projects, strategic alliances, business acquisition and M&As. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Accountancy, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or equivalent. Master of Science (MSc) or Masters' Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or any related professional qualification is an additional advantage.Experience: Minimum 10 - 12 years of relevant working experience with at least 6 years working experience in business development and/or marketing in the oil and gas industry.Experience in engineering, operations or techno-commercial of offshore projects is an added advantage.
Post: Cyber Security Analyst (CSA)Reports to: IT ManagerResponsible for: No direct reportsLocation: IUK London office + working remotely as required, with travel as required for performance of the roleKey Relationships/Interfaces:External entities: Working with Ofgem to ensure compliance and National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Sit on the E3CC steering group for Cyber in the energy industry. Sit on the Cyber Advisory Group (CAG) for shareholder updates.Internal entities: Working closely with the Operations teams in IBT / IZT. Working with Engineering team on new projects.Financial Accountability:Not a budget holderPurpose:The Cyber Analyst (CA), will work closely with the IT Manager and the Engineering Department. The role will be responsible for supporting the IT Manager in implementing Cyber security guidelines laid out by Ofgem as part of the NCSC's CAF framework. This will be done via a roadmap of improvements to ensure Interconnector are compliant with current legislation for Operators of Essential Services (OES).Working with third parties to ensure my clients OT environment is optimized and protected against the threat of Cyber events, looking at evolving threats and ways to mitigate or eradicate before they cause disruption to the core business.Working with the Engineering and Operations teams on new projects looking at these from an impact to cyber security and making recommendations to ensure new and evolving technologies meet the secure standards required.Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:1. Work to deliver the Cyber roadmap. Help to devise / evolve the cyber roadmap alongside the IT Manager2. Act as the Deputy NIS Responsible Officer (DNRO). Working as one of the two named individuals with Interconnector with Ofgem / NCSC to implement any cyber policy or procedures.3. Act as deputy for the Cyber Advisory Group - a group that meets quarterly to update Shareholders on work undertaken and any actions identified / outstanding4. Work with Fluxys Cyber Teams for alignment and cross over from IT into OT5. Act as a Technical resource for new IT / OT projects to ensure security first mentality from a Cyber perspective.6. Prepare material for presentation at internal and external meetings (CAG, E3CC, Ofgem, internal Departmental meetings)7. Work with Third parties brought in to help deliver a more robust delivery mechanism of cyber - this includes third party outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC)8. Maintain and develop effective working relationships with colleagues across the Group to leverage knowledge sharing, call upon a wider skills pool and participate in Group wide cyber activities9. Develop relationships and maintain contact with industry counterparts to gain understanding of developing industry and market trend