Lead Onshore Pipeline Engineer

4 weeks ago


StainesuponThames, United Kingdom Wood Full time

Wood is recruiting for Lead Onshore Pipeline Engineers to join our onshore linear assets team to support onshore pipeline and associated facilities projects within our Technical Consulting Division on a staff or contract basis. This role will primarily be based in our Staines office with some hybrid working available.

Join a culture of innovation , pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients. 

The Role  

As a Lead Onshore Pipelines Engineer for onshore pipelines projects, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing pipeline projects from concept to completion. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective design and operation of onshore pipeline systems. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, client engagement, and adherence to industry standards and regulations. 

The onshore pipeline projects that we service are predominantly within the UK, Europe and Africa, but also some further across the globe. 

In order to reach the Net Zero goals, implementation of Onshore pipelines servicing Hydrogen and CO2 is essential, and this Wood team has been at the forefront of the development of these projects. This team will also support projects for conventional energy, water and utilities.

The projects are varied and interesting due to the different sectors that we support ranging from short pipelines to over a few thousand kilometres of cross-country pipelines and associated facilities, with many technical complications that need innovative solutions. 

Our Clients and Projects  

It’s a future for all of us . We aspire to shape a better tomorrow by unlocking solutions that address the biggest challenges facing our clients and our society. 

Within Technical Consulting, our clients range from both major and independent operators of onshore oil & gas and clean energy facilities such as carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) and windfarms, through to suppliers, fabricators and EPC contractors. We execute projects from concept through detailed design, construction and commissioning on a world-wide basis. We are proud to be working on projects that support the energy transition journey, enabling a more sustainable future for us all.

What we can offer  

High-profile position in a highly visible and motivated team, with the exciting opportunity to be part of a significant growth group with ambitious plans  Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the energy sector  Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market  Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests  Flexible benefits package ; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle Global connections ; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession  Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business

If all of this sounds good to you, review the typical responsibilities of the role and the requirements below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood.  

Key Responsibilities:  

The successful candidate should be able to perform the below duties and responsibilities; 

Lead and take technical responsibility for onshore pipeline design on nominated projects  In-depth knowledge of UK pipeline codes and standards (IGEM series especially TD1 and TD3, PD 8010, BS EN 14161 and international pipeline design codes including ASME B31.4 and B31.8  Interface directly with client pipeline engineers and project management  Manage multi disciplined teams  Undertake pipeline routing and perform pipeline design calculations using Wood and Client design methods, standards and data, to a high quality and in accordance with project requirements  Lead site visits activities  Check and approve all calculations performed by the pipeline team, providing guidance where required  Take responsibility for the development of other pipeline documentation including Design Basis, Detailed Engineering Calculations & Reports, Stress Analysis, Engineering Specifications, Data sheets etc by other pipeline engineers  Ensure that Wood and Client’s Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality Management procedures are complied with  Provide assistance to other disciplines and participate in review meetings, in accordance with project requirements  Understands the procurement processes and to lead the technical bid evaluation for materials, equipment and main works tenders  Ensure that work is completed within schedule and agreed budgets  Support internal development and continuous improvement activities as required  Engineering degree qualified or chartered engineer status preferred  Experience as a Senior/Lead Engineer or Principal Engineer on a major Pipeline Project  Requires previous experience on the mechanical and civil design and construction of onshore pipeline projects and the project execution strategies associated with pipeline procurement and construction in an international environment  Proven track record in FEED and detailed design experience  Able to develop pipeline installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance analysis and procedures  Has worked on major pipeline projects which includes major pipeline facilities (compressor or pumping stations, pressure reduction, metering stations, tank farms Experience on both permanent and integrated temporary works design and planning  Experienced in the use of pipeline design software (AutoCAD, Microstation, CAESAR II, MATHCAD)  Sound appreciation of material selection, process design and HSEQ aspects of oil and gas design and ability to develop material specification  Familiar with UK CDM 2015 requirements  Construction experience is an added advantage  Experience working with UK operators is an advantage 

We offer the opportunity to work on prestigous world-wide projects with the potential for personal growth within an expanding organisation. As the role requires a significant amount of interaction with various stakeholders, a good standard of spoken and written English is needed. Applications will only be considered from individuals entitled to live and work in the UK.



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