Senior Pipe Support Designer (3 positions)
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Assignment: 3 months, project-based
Eligibility: Malaysian nationals only
A leading energy operator is seeking experienced Senior Pipe Support Designers to support a major short-term energy project. The role focuses on the design, analysis, and documentation of piping support systems to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant installations.
Key Responsibilities
- Calculate loads imposed by the piping system on supports, including weight, thermal expansion, and dynamic forces.
- Select appropriate support types, including hangers, anchors, guides, and spring supports, based on piping system requirements.
- Specify materials for supports compatible with piping materials and environmental conditions.
- Determine optimal locations and spacing for supports to prevent excessive deflection or stress.
- Design supports to accommodate thermal expansion and contraction without causing undue stress.
- Implement design measures to control vibration and resonance, reducing fatigue and risk of failure.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant industry codes and standards, including ASME, ANSI, and applicable local regulations.
- Coordinate with structural engineers to integrate supports with building or plant structures.
- Prepare detailed drawings and specifications for supports, including dimensions, materials, and installation instructions (e.g., SPS drawings).
- Maintain proper documentation and record-keeping for all support design deliverables.
Minimum Requirements
- Degree or diploma in Mechanical or Structural Engineering, or equivalent.
- Proven experience in pipe support design in oil & gas or energy projects.
- Competent in load calculation, support selection, and integration with structural elements.
- Knowledge of thermal expansion, vibration control, and stress mitigation in piping systems.
- Familiarity with industry codes, standards, and design practices.
- Strong technical documentation and drawing skills.
- Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work effectively within a team.
- Eligible Malaysian national based in Kuala Lumpur.