Senior Piping Designer (Multiple Positions)
Location: Offshore, Suriname
Contract Type: 3-month contract
Start Date: Tentative 11/3/2026 (subject to onboarding; preference for immediate availability)
Work Schedule: 8 hours per day (exclusive of 1 hour lunch break)
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive load analysis to determine the effects of weight, thermal expansion, and dynamic forces on piping supports.
- Select appropriate support types such as hangers, anchors, guides, or spring supports based on system requirements.
- Specify materials for supports that are compatible with piping and suitable for environmental conditions.
- Optimally determine support location and spacing to ensure proper support and prevent excessive stress or deflection.
- Design supports considering thermal expansion and contraction of the piping system to avoid undue stress.
- Implement vibration and resonance control features to minimize the risk of fatigue and failure.
- Ensure support design complies with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME, ANSI, or local codes).
- Integrate supports with building or plant structures through coordination with structural engineers.
- Produce detailed drawings and specifications for supports, including dimensions, materials, and installation instructions.
- Perform equipment and piping 3D modelling.
- Update 3D equipment and piping models based on company and consultant feedback from model reviews.
- Check 3D models for clashes and overall readiness.
- Produce and issue 2D drawings as needed (up to AFC deliverable stage).
- Perform pipe support design activities, including modelling and drawing (if required).
- Carry out isometric production tasks.
- Undertake all piping and layout activities as required.
- Prepare analysis reports, calculations, and maintain records of analysis inputs, results, and revisions.
- Collaborate closely with other engineering teams, supporting fabrication, installation, and inspection activities.
- Ensure rigorous adherence to applicable codes, standards, and project specifications; participate in design reviews and quality checks.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience as a Senior Piping Designer, particularly on offshore projects.
- Strong knowledge of piping and support design, including 3D and 2D modelling.
- In-depth familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., ASME, ANSI).
- Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent documentation, detailing, and reporting skills.
- Immediate availability is preferred.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on an offshore project, working alongside a high-performing team, and to contribute your expertise to ensure the structural integrity and reliability of critical infrastructure. Apply now to be part of this exciting challenge!