Senior MCI Engineer at Westpaq Engineering Nigeria Limited (WPQ)

Job Description

• Service Type: Materials and Corrosion (MCI) Engineering Services

Responsibilities

• Ensure the implementation of Materials, Corrosion, and Integrity (MCI) requirements throughout the design, fabrication, testing, installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases of the BN project.
• Compliance with MCI Requirement: Ensure that final products meet MCI requirements as well as the project scope of work and specifications.
• MCI Activities Management: Oversee MCI activities during detail design, fabrication, testing, installation, and support commissioning in accordance with company policies and standards.
• Technical Support: Address MCI-related technical queries and clarification questions from vendors.
• System Management: Set up and manage systems required to assure the integrity of the project scope.
• Technical Assurance: Provide technical assurance that all MCI deliverables, as defined in the Project Controls and Assurance Plan (PCAP), are completed successfully to meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Technology Deployment: Identify, mature, and deploy value-adding new MCI-related technologies and innovations to optimize the project scope.
• Support the testing and qualification of these new technologies.
• Material Testing Monitoring: Monitor the testing of materials.
• Quality Planning: Contribute to the development of a fit-for-purpose quality plan and Inspection and Test Plan (ITP), including materials management procedures for the project.
• Learning Application: Ensure the identification and lateral application of MCI-related learnings from other projects.
• Change Management: Contribute to the management of change processes to ensure technical integrity, efficiency, and safety of facilities.
• Liaison: Liaise with the broader materials and corrosion organization within Shell, both locally and globally, to ensure up-to-date tools and strategies are applied in the management of materials and corrosion on the project.
• Leadership: Provide authentic and visible leadership in HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, Environment), diversity, interpersonal and technical skills development, and cost leadership.
• HSSEQ Compliance: Ensure all MCI activities comply with HSSEQ standards and promote a safety-first culture on-site. Enforce Shell and IOGP (International Oil and Gas Producers) HSE policies and procedures at company worksites.
• Interface Management: Manage interfaces between MCI activities and other project disciplines, including Subsea Hardware, FPSO, and Umbilical systems.
• Technical Reviews**: Participate in technical reviews, including HAZIDs, HAZOPs, and constructability reviews, providing expert input on MCI-related matters.
• Industry Knowledge: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of MCI technologies, industry standards, and best practices to ensure the project utilizes the most efficient and effective methods.
• Document Control: Ensure all MCI documentation, including reports, certificates, and records, are accurately maintained and readily available for review and audit.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent (preferably Materials and Metallurgy) with at least 8 years of experience in upstream Exploration and Production (EP) projects with emphasis on Design and Execution in offshore environment.
• At least 8 years of direct experience related to materials and corrosion.
• ACOREN registered or registerable engineer.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in offshore facilities design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning. Experience should include playing a key role in at least one major offshore project involving FPSO design and installation.
• Ability to provide in-depth materials and corrosion expertise for the design, fabrication, installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning of subsea and pipeline systems.
• Experience working with and interfacing with mixed teams of professionals located globally.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Previous experience working with the Nigerian Welding Society is advantageous.
• Capability to proactively implement plans and ensure sustained execution, meeting project milestones.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure while providing clear and decisive leadership.
• Skilled in handling multiple, often conflicting, goals and priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, develop relationships across disciplines and cultures, coach and motivate others, and deliver results through others.
• Ability to identify opportunities for optimizing offshore systems designs, reducing operating costs (e.g., reducing chemical injection rates), and proposing technically robust solutions to deliver value.
• Familiarity with project development challenges in Nigeria or similar regions.
• Good understanding and application of industry standards and codes for MCI (e.g., DNV, API, ASME).
• Knowledge in using MS Office tools or similar software.
• Understanding of personal and process safety.

Disclaimer

• This position description outlines the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as needed.