Static and Package Equipment Specialist -Offshore Subsea Project - Pkg 2

KBR

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates8+ years

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Job Title: Static and Package Equipment Specialist

KBR is growing its Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for an exciting, high profile offshore development in Abu Dhabi. The ADNOC PMC project role would be based initially in Client or Contractors Office in Abu Dhabi.

Job Purpose

Provide specialist engineering expertise for the selection, design, integrity, reliability, troubleshooting, inspection, maintenance, modification, and lifecycle management of static and package equipment across ADNOC Offshore assets. Ensure equipment reliability, safety, operational integrity, and compliance with ADNOC standards, international codes, and oil & gas industry best practices.

Key Accountabilities

Static Equipment Engineering

Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for static equipment including:

Pressure Vessels
Heat Exchangers
Columns and Towers
Separators
Drums
Filters
Storage Tanks
Reactors
Pig Launchers and Receivers
Fired Heaters
Flare Systems
Pressure Relief Systems

Responsibilities

Review and approve static equipment designs and specifications.
Verify compliance with applicable engineering standards and regulations.
Support equipment sizing, material selection, and mechanical design reviews.
Conduct fitness-for-service evaluations and remaining life assessments.
Provide engineering support for equipment repairs and modifications.

Package Equipment Engineering

Provide technical expertise for package systems including:

Gas Compression Packages
Pump Packages
Diesel Generator Packages
Air Compressor Packages
Nitrogen Generation Units
Chemical Injection Skids
Produced Water Treatment Packages
Fuel Gas Systems
HVAC Equipment Packages
Water Injection Packages
Utility Packages

Responsibilities

Prepare and review package equipment specifications and datasheets.
Conduct technical bid evaluations and vendor assessments.
Review supplier documentation and engineering deliverables.
Ensure proper integration of package equipment into offshore facilities.
Support installation, commissioning, and startup activities.

Technical Authority & Engineering Assurance

Ensure compliance with ADNOC Offshore Engineering Standards.
Review engineering design packages during:
- Conceptual Studies
- FEED
- Detailed Engineering
- EPC Execution
Participate in technical reviews and engineering audits.
Evaluate vendor deviations and concession requests.
Support development and revision of engineering specifications and standards.

Reliability & Integrity Management

Monitor equipment health and reliability performance.
Support implementation of reliability improvement initiatives.
Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for equipment failures.
Review inspection reports and recommend corrective actions.
Assess corrosion, erosion, fatigue, and material degradation issues.
Support Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs.

Inspection, Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Provide specialist support during shutdowns and turnarounds.
Troubleshoot operational and mechanical issues affecting static and package equipment.
Review inspection findings and recommend repair strategies.
Develop maintenance strategies and equipment preservation programs.
Support inspection teams during major maintenance campaigns.

Project Engineering Support

Provide engineering input for offshore brownfield and greenfield projects.
Support equipment procurement and manufacturing oversight.
Participate in:
- Design Reviews
- HAZOP Studies
- SIL Reviews
- Constructability Reviews
- FAT and SAT Activities
Ensure project deliverables meet ADNOC and project requirements.

Vendor & Contractor Management

Interface with OEMs, suppliers, consultants, and EPC contractors.
Review manufacturing and fabrication procedures.
Witness shop inspections and testing.
Participate in vendor qualification and technical audits.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE requirements.
Participate in:
- Risk Assessments
- Incident Investigations
- Hazard Identification Workshops
Promote safe engineering practices and operational excellence.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Equivalent Engineering Discipline

Preferred Qualification

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred.

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

API 510 – Pressure Vessel Inspector
API 580 / 581 – RBI Certification
API 653 – Storage Tank Inspector
ASME Certification Knowledge
NACE Corrosion Certification
AMPP Certification

Experience

Minimum Experience

15 years of experience in Oil & Gas Engineering.
Minimum 8 years in static and package equipment engineering.
Experience in offshore facilities and ADNOC or major operator projects preferred.

Preferred Industry Experience