Pipe Stress Engineer
Job
Overview
- Oil, Gas and Chemical
- Engineering and Project Management
- Contract
- California
We currently seek high caliber Mechanical Pipe Stress Engineer for a long-term basis within our client’s team of experienced professionals. Based in Long Beach, CA.
Job Requirements
• Perform stress analysis of piping systems using Caesar II software to qualify piping in accordance with ASME codes, project standard and project specifications
• Evaluate calculated stress results, displacements, and pipe support loads; monitor and control manpower and expenditures for assigned projects within budget limits;
• Assist the supervisor in developing procedures and standards; assist the supervisor in proposal efforts; set engineering work priorities for assigned projects;
• Develop and check detailed calculations as assigned;
• Develop and prepare project technical specifications and requisitions;
• Review and approve project drawings; maintain communication with the project team, the client, and the field;
• Assist assigned engineers and designers in the resolution of technical engineering and design problems;
• Attend staff, client and vendor meetings; and implement quality and training programs.
Qualifications:
• A B.S. or M.S. Degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering with a Professional Engineer's License preferred.
• A sound theoretical background in strength of materials, engineering mechanics, theory of elasticity and thin plates, advanced mathematics (including matrix algebra), and design of structures.
• Knowledge of the appropriate industry requirements, Codes and Standards, including the ASME Piping Codes: B31.1 and B31.3; ASME BP&V Codes Section I and Section VIII; AISC; API; SEI/ASCE 7; UBC; IBC; WRC 107 and 297, National Building Code of Canada, etc.
• Minimum of 5-10 years responsible experience in piping stress analysis and related structural design and analysis work on petro-chemical plants at a wide range of design conditions and materials. Experience in assessing thermal and dead-weight effects as well as other project site mandated requirements on complex piping configurations, including the use of simplified methods and more detailed and precise evaluations.
• Knowledge in two-phase flow conditions, vibration, relief valve openings, seismic, snow and wind effect analyses.
• Experience in the use of the latest Windows version of the Mathcad, Caesar II and SmartPlant Review piping software programs.
• Knowledge in the use of other available computer programs as an effective analytical tool to efficiently reduce complex design and analytical problems into workable configurations.
• Knowledge of refractory lined pipes and their characteristics and properties.
• Knowledge of pipe restraint design for large diameter piping systems.
• Able to communicate effectively, work independently and decisive in engineering analytical matters.
***Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship***
Employment Type: 6 month Contract-to-Hire
Location of Position: Long Beach, CA
Location Type: Office, Project Site (rarely)
TRS Staffing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are based on job related criteria and not on the basis of any unlawful criteria. We ensure equal access to employment opportunities, services, and programs.
Must have legal right to work in the United States. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
TRS Staffing Solutions are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome you to provide OFCCP data voluntarily here
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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