Principal Pipeline Consultant

Job description

At Technip Energies, we believe in a better tomorrow, and we believe we can make tomorrow better.

With approximately 15,000 talented women and men, we are a global and leading engineering and technology company, with a clear vision to accelerate the energy transition.

Designing and delivering added value energy solutions is what we do.

Genesis is a global business unit of Technip Energies, providing impartial consulting services to its clients in traditional hydrocarbon and the energy industries.

We have an unrivalled track record of bringing high-impact solutions to clients.

Our mission is to be a trusted advisor on the journey to a sustainable future.

We’re problem solvers who are at the forefront of innovation and our world-class experience, individual expertise and collective wisdom is what differentiates Genesis in today’s market.

From Engineers and Specialists to Project Managers and Support Staff, spread across 13 countries, our people thrive in a dynamic, proactive business that’s balanced with a deep sense of environmental responsibility.

Never standing still, we see limitless possibilities for our solutions; and our knowledge sharing, collaboration and innovative thinking are just a few of the ways we fuel our energy for what we do.

Principal Pipeline Consultant 

Job Purpose: 

To deliver Paris projects pipelines scope and support the development of pipeline capability in Paris.

Projects will range through traditional O&G services, but also transportation of NH3, CO2, H2, biofuels and electrical distribution networks 

Reporting lines and interactions: 

Reports to: 

Delivery Manager – Engineering & Expertise 

Directly supervises: 

As pipeline lead on project could lead other pipeline engineer (from other centres), flow assurance & material engineers;

No direct reports expected at start but potential to build Paris pipeline onshore & subsea team 

Interactions 

External interaction with Clients.

Internal interaction with Genesis Paris team, Genesis global pipelines team, Discipline Engineers in delivery of multi-discipline studies; commercial, tendering and project managers, ET global leads.

Job scope: 

Proactively engage with Clients and support Business Development for subsea & pipeline; 

Take ownership within pipeline discipline in the delivery of onshore and subsea pipelines projects for Paris OC; 

Support the preparation of budgets, resourcing and delivery of bid and tenders: final approval by Genesis management 

Project management and delivery of multi-discipline pipeline & integrity studies; 

Accountable for producing quality deliverables to the client 

Undertake & check calculations as needed; 

Write and check project deliverables, reports and technical notes; 

Conduct and verify mechanical design calculations for pipelines during concept, pre-FEED, and FEED phases, covering aspects such as wall thickness, equivalent stress, buoyancy, expansion, anchor force, and upheaval buckling.

Manage the delivery of discreet packages of work in line with project requirements.

Develop and evaluate pipeline routes including the preparation of routing reports, performance of crossing engineering and the development of route maps / alignment sheets.

Prepare design reports, technical notes, philosophies and pipeline specifications related to pipeline installation including constructability assessments and support to pre-commissioning & testing activities.

Support geotechnical and topographical survey work including the development of associated specifications and scopes of work.

Provide technical input for the delivery of pipeline scopes.

Provide procurement support including the develop of material take-offs / specifications & data sheets, preparation of scopes of work, and assistance to technical clarifications.

Collaborate with engineers from various disciplines and other global engineering centres to ensure successful project delivery.

Support the team’s technological advancements.

Perform all reasonable job tasks required by line manager.

Main Accountabilities: 

Support the strategic frame work and growth of the pipeline team in Paris 

Accountable for study performance and execution 

Identifying key Clients and opportunities for development 

Be focal point for both external and internal Clients 

Input to the development of young engineers 

Typical background and experience required: 

Must have: 

Minimum - Master Degree or equivalent in relevant Engineering discipline and CEng with 8-10+ years of relevant pipeline design experience.

Previous experience in the planning, design, and engineering of onshore and subsea pipelines.

Working knowledge of international design codes and practices for onshore pipelines (eg ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8, ISO 13623 and PD 8010-1 etc).

Working knowledge of pipeline construction methods (eg for onshore HDD, Auger Bore, Direct Pipe, trenching, and their impact on operational and environmental design.

Must have good communication, writing, and presentation skills.

Good computer literacy with particular competence in MS office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Mathcad.

Must be able to interpret, organise, and execute assignments, as well as support PM / lead engineer in coordinating the pipeline design team effectively.

Full command of English & French languages.

Detailed understanding of early phase concept work, field development and experienced in managing Early Phase projects 

Customer focus; 

Ability to manage change and short deadlines; 

Excellent technical reporting skills; 

Commercial awareness for study delivery 

Understanding of energy fields architecture, pipelines ancillaries, flexibles, manifolds etc and design philosophies; 

Nice to have: 

Experience using AutoPIPE and Caesar II to assess pipelines and pipeline components.

Knowledge of ASME B31.12 requirements and the design of CO2 pipelines.

Experience with GIS software and able to support preparation of onshore pipeline route maps and alignment sheets.

Basic knowledge of project management principles

Experienced at business generation and building strong Client relationships; 

Experience in EPC contractor 

Installation Experience 

CCUS or H2 experience 

Long distance subsea or onshore electrical supply 

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“As an equal opportunity employer Technip Energies considers only qualified applicants without regard to colour, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.” 

Required Skill Profession

Business Operations Specialists