Principal Flow Assurance Engineer

OverviewWood is recruiting for a Principal Flow Assurance Engineer to join its Production Optimisation team within the Digital Consulting business unit. This position offers hybrid work flexibility and is open to applicants from across the UK, ideally those who can easily commute to our Aberdeen, Reading or Staines office.The RoleTo support continued growth within the Production Optimisation team in the UK, we are searching for a driven, solution-orientated and creative Principal Flow Assurance Engineer with technical knowledge in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and transport phenomena, and people leadership skills to play a leading role in both the traditional oil and gas and the energy transition markets.As a Principal Engineer, you will manage large Flow Assurance projects ranging from conceptual to detailed engineering and operations support. You will have the opportunity to be involved in business development activities and work as part of a global team. This role is to manage key projects, develop technical proficiency within the company, assist in new opportunities and interfaces with key clients. You will have a solid technical background and be comfortable being a primary point of contact with senior clients and specialists.You will primarily manage complete Flow Assurance projects and studies, supervising a team of engineers to deliver the required deliverables. You will have excellent interpersonal skills and management experience.Our Clients & ProjectsDesigning the future. Transforming the world. Our Production Optimisation team are part of our Digital consulting business unit. We support our clients to secure economic recovery from existing infrastructure, optimising assets and enabling extension of productive field life whilst accelerating the move towards net Zero. The work we do predominantly enables Energy security whilst we transition. However, we are also growing our services across Carbon Capture Utilisation and storage and transportation of Hydrogen and Ammonia. With Wood’s ambitious growth within energy transition related business, you will have the opportunity to learn from and contribute to our global pool of knowledge experts in a range of topics, including traditional oil and gas, CO2 and H2 transport.Wood is an inclusive and diverse global community of inquisitive minds and recognised industry innovators, partnering to create new possibilities.What We Can OfferMeaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across subsea and export systems, engineering and technology solutionsFlexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs, offering hybrid and remote working where relevantCommitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our businessCompetitive salary with regular salary reviewsFlexible benefits package including 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), contributory pension, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insuranceCommitment to continued professional development with tailored development plansGlobal connections with experts around the world who are at the leading edge of the industryResponsibilitiesProject management of medium and large project teams of flow assurance and process specialistsSupervise a team of engineers and technical specialists responsible for complex technical tasks during project execution, ensuring quality and schedule compliance of planned deliverablesProvide definition and approval of technical scopes for projectsAssist in project set-up, including establishing project teams, organisation charts, schedules and execution plans to meet planned delivery milestonesProvide technical leadership to clients, project teams, and contribute to the wider technical development of the Production Optimisation groupAssist the Regional Manager in developing project proposals, bids and tender documentsAssist with regional business development as requiredEnsure all work is undertaken in accordance with the company quality management systemEnsure that project objectives assigned by the Project Manager and Client are achievedProvide guidance and mentoring for more junior personnelDeliver effective, concise presentations internally and to clientsAct as a client representative at technical meetings with third partiesQualificationsWhat makes you remarkable?At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don\'t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.Previous experience in flow assurance or process disciplines in Oil and GasRecognised qualification in a relevant engineering discipline (Master’s in Chemical or Petroleum engineering preferred) (Alternatively extensive suitable industry experience can be used to demonstrate equivalence)Considerable previous flow assurance and process experience in the Oil and Gas industry with an excellent technical backgroundA proven track record in management of process and flow assurance projects and studiesProven experience in coaching the junior flow assurance and process engineersExtensive experience with major flow assurance software packages such as OLGA, Pipesim, Multi flash, Leda FlowWorking knowledge / awareness of process engineering, and simulation using Hysys and/or UnisimGood knowledge of HAZOP, process safety and risk assessmentAbility to independently establish effective working relations with client representatives. Candidate should be able to understand customer needs, advise on technical solutions and be able to build strong relationsDesirableLocal market knowledge would be seen as an advantageAbout UsWood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.comDiversity StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics in accordance with governing laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr