Summary
McDermott is seeking a Senior Hook-Up Engineer (E&I) to lead the discipline scope and support hook-up delivery during offshore construction and completion campaigns. The role covers preparing job cards and schedules, reviewing work packs and material requirements, coordinating material and fabrication interfaces, and monitoring progress with commissioning and project teams. The engineer will provide guidance to junior engineers, support safe site operations, and travel to offshore sites and onshore yards as needed. Applicants should have a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience, 10+ years in related offshore engineering, and knowledge of API and ISO standards.
The posting
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Job Overview:
Sr. Hook-up Engineer will typically be leading the respective discipline and supporting to Hook-up lead & Hook-up Manager in delivering construction & completion campaign during hook-up phase to execute overall project in successful and timely manner. The Sr. Hook Up Engineer solves complex problems and uses discipline-specific knowledge to improve their products or services.
Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Prepare & review Hook Up job cards as appropriate including pre-requisites and focusing sequential installations and relevant completion activities
- Develop the WBS for discipline scope
- Review construction work packs for respective discipline and ensure compliance to project requirement
- Prepare the hook-up schedule for discipline specific activities with efficient sequencing and synchronizing with other disciplines
- Participate in Pre-engineering survey, pre-construction survey & post installation survey
- Develop the constructability log & monitor the closing of actions on weekly basis
- Review design MTO’s for discipline
- Verify the MTO for offshore contingencies
- Review the material requisitions in compliance with project specifications prior to order Coordinate deliveries of same on site (yard/port/offshore/any other onshore locations)
- Review hook-up progress register and confirm understanding on progressing methodology Ensure progress register is in line with hook-up job cards for respective discipline
- Liaise with warehouse team to ensure project material receiving status & inspection clearance from Quality
- Liaise with fabrication team and take handover of fabricated project material and other ship lose material
- Liaise with Hook-up material team and verify the material bag/tag as per project requirement & as per hook-up Job cards
- Develop and implement detailed hook-up plans, , and strategies for onshore and offshore projects
- Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, ensuring their adherence to project timelines and quality standards
- Collaborate with project management and procurement teams to ensure timely availability of necessary resources, materials, and equipment
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures to ensure safety during hook-up operations
- Ensure compliance with project requirements, industry codes, and standards, including the integration of environmental and sustainability aspects
- Ensure daily progress monitoring & reporting to planner
- Liaise with commissioning team and understand systems priorities, ensure construction is planned accordingly
- Ensure the support with commissioning team to expedite the vendor related activities
- Ensure scope familiarization with Hook-up superintendent & offshore construction crew prior to offshore mobilization
- Travel to offshore sites and to onshore yard facilities (dynamic environment) for co-ordination & resolution of disciplinary interfaces
- Participate in Toolbox Talks (TBT), Ensure Permit-To-Work (PTW) requirements are fulfilled before commencing each site activities and being compliant with the Company’s QHSES policies
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical discipline) or equivalent industry experience
- 10+ years’ experience in related offshore engineering fields
- Strong knowledge of industry best practices, standards (API, ISO), and regulations related to hook-up activities
- Proficiency in utilizing project management tools and software for planning, scheduling, and tracking hook-up and commissioning activities
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively liaise with interdisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients
- Demonstrated ability to resolve technical challenges, implement innovative solutions, and ensure continuous improvement
- Proactive mindset with a strong focus on safety, quality, and delivering projects within defined timelines and budget constraints
- Competent in analyzing technical documents, drawings, and specifications to identify discrepancies and propose corrective actions
- Strong decision-making abilities under pressure, with the ability to prioritize tasks and allocate resources efficiently
- Professional certifications (such as PMI or equivalent) or training in project management would be an advantage
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