Design Engineer – III

Managing the full product life cycle of the assigned product(s) line(s) on a global scale and overseeing development projects from concept to post-launch support. This includes:

• Developing and improving design basis, scaling tools, test methods, processing techniques, production tools, material combinations, etc., to enable completion of the product development project.

• Managing the design, qualification, documentation, quality plan, know-how transfer, and application of the assigned product(s) line(s) and providing expert opinion in the raw materials and manufacturing processes used.

Key Accountabilities

• Project Management: Oversee, manage, and ensure proper execution of product development projects within their agreed scope, allocated budgets, and time frame.

• Product Qualification: Set the direction, oversee, and lead the product qualification testing for the assigned product line(s), ensuring that all required tests meet internal and market/international standards, and are correctly defined and executed.

• Compliance: Ensure that the product complies with international standards and end users' specifications.

• Global Implementation: Manage the global implementation of product(s) and provide post-launch support.

• Standardization: Prepare and distribute the standard product range of the developed products to FPI companies in liaison with the Product Manager.

• Training: Ensure proper training of relevant personnel on the new aspects of the developed products in terms of application engineering, design, manufacturing process, quality control, know-how documents, specifications, and requirements to implement and support the developed product.

• Support Documentation: Provide, upon request by AVE, any calculations/supporting documents showing the design integrity of the product(s).

• Client Interaction: Attend meetings with clients, consultants, or contractors upon request by Sales/AVE or operating units.

• Expert Advice: Ensure correct expert advice is given and manage proper follow-up on provided corrective actions to:

  • AVE and Marketing regarding the technical feasibility and design of piping components.

  • Operating companies for any issues related to the assigned product line(s).

  • Manufacturing units during certification audits.

  • Site services/projects/operating companies for failures during installation, of installed pipe systems, or during qualification testing.

• Design Services: Provide Sales, AVE, and manufacturing units with expert advice and design services for non-standard piping components and define the required qualification tests.

• Documentation: Manage the generation, compilation, and maintenance of documents and drawings covering the product range designs, qualifications, installation, quality control, and applications.

• Know-How Documents: Oversee, manage, direct, and ensure the maintenance, implementation, and use of a set of internal know-how documents covering the manufacturing process and raw material selection.

• Techno-Commercial Documents: Generate, compile, and maintain a set of techno-commercial documents (TCD), such as technical guides, product details, and installation documents.

• Certification Documents: Generate, compile, and maintain product certification documents for the assigned product line(s).

Span of Communication

• Internal: Product Manager, Process Manager, and various Product Innovation and Development personnel.

Skills

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Preferred Experience:

• At least 5 years of design engineering experience.

• Academic or industrial background in composites.

Job-Specific Skills:

• Expertise in general engineering principles.

• Expert knowledge of all aspects related to composite pipe and pressure vessel design.

• In-depth understanding of design, production methods, applicable standards & specifications, and testing techniques for composite products.

• Expertise in composite design & processes.

• Ability to link theoretical possibilities to practical limitations.

• Knowledge of oil and gas/pipe-related API, ISO, and ASTM standards.

Competencies

• Creative Thinking, Innovation & Initiative

• Leadership

• Time Management

• Product Management

• Project Management

• Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills

• Self-Motivation

• Team Player

• Computer Literacy: Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and CAD

• Written & Verbal Communication Skills with the ability to communicate in English.