Career in Engineering and Construction Company 2012 : Piping Stress Engineer |

ENGINEERING JOBS

Company Description

SNC-Lavalin – a leader in engineering and construction – is actively recruiting the best and the brightest: people who are truly passionate about what they do. This is your chance to showcase your talents and skills by joining our project teams worldwide.

To apply for this opportunity, please click here or visit www.snclavalin.com/hcjobs (Reference #21110).

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

SNC-Lavalin’s Calgary Hydrocarbons & Chemicals office provides a comprehensive range of engineering, procurement and construction services in oil sands mining, extraction & bitumen production, gas processing, petroleum refining and petrochemicals, and pipelines for the Canadian market and markets around the world.

To support our growth initiatives, we are expanding our team and are looking for innovative, forward-thinking people who enjoy challenge and want to add value to project success, both locally and internationally. Your commitment and expertise will be recognized and valued as we work together for our professional and business success.

Our total rewards program includes:
• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Company matched Registered Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Share Ownership Plans

We are seeking a Stress Engineer to join the Plant Layout and Piping team in Calgary. The successful candidate will report to the Manager of Plant Layout and Piping.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities include:

• The candidate may be required to perform the Stress Lead position at the project level.
• Prepare or provide input to project specific stress design criteria.
• Prepare stress critical line list along with method of analysis.
• Interface closely with piping layout group to resolve pipe routing issues.
• Complete calculations using Caesar or by inspection to support fabrication schedules.
• Review piping systems for two phase flow, vibration, upset conditions.
• Provide input to equipment requisitions for nozzle allowables.
• Participate in the review of vendor submitted documents.
• Provide input to the planning and progressing of stress activities by system or line number.
• Review and approve calculations performed by less senior stress engineers.
• Review and approve final fabrication isometrics and support types.
• Prepare engineered support datasheets for purchasing.
• Complying with all Company and departmental policies and procedures including all Health, Safety, and Environment policies.
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Demonstrating behavior that reflects professionalism and respect, and represents SNC-Lavalin’s best interests.

Desired Skills & Experience

Mechanical Engineering degree and extensive knowledge of ASME B31.3.
• Ability to interpret requirements of related engineering codes e.g. ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, API codes, other ASME B31 series codes.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary project environment.
• Knowledge of using finite element analysis packages like FE Pipe is a desirable qualification.
Professional Engineer status in Alberta.