Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer

The Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer is tasked with solving unique and complex problems that broadly impact the business. They must proactively identify and solve the most complex problems that impact the Management and direction of the business. The Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer is considered a specialist in the field of Mechanical (Eng), and they offer a broad base of knowledge about the Engineering Function. The Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer impacts the direction and resource allocation of programs and projects in their discipline and works within general functional.

Responsibilities

Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses and design as per design basis, project specifications, design codes, and standards; Develop creative and innovative solutions that are reliable and cost-effective for problems and challenges; Apply expertise to the most complex problems; Manage own time to meet objectives and, as Lead Engineer, forecast and plan resource requirements; Develop and manage plans to achieve business objectives; Clearly communicate and explain highly complex ideas and anticipate potential objections, influencing outcomes; When acting as Lead Engineer, direct large Mechanical Engineering team as a Lead Engineer; Lead the Discipline engineering design of the assigned work area and complete it within the planned schedule and budget; Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of Discipline execution on the assigned project; Ensure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identified; Maintain responsibility for progress and productivity; Interpret contractual requirements as they relate to engineering execution; Identify changes to scope and promptly raise change notifications; Interface with all disciplines to develop clash-free designs; Prepare estimates for bid proposals, including technical query reviews, execution statements, and manhour estimates; Raise technical queries to obtain missing information and clarify work scope; Prepare, review, and approve Discipline engineering design basis, philosophies, and technical specifications; Provide technical direction and review of Designers; Assist procurement personnel in procuring Discipline equipment, materials, and services; Review and approve vendor and subcontractor submittals; Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to other Engineers; Supervise and guide assigned engineers; Participate in HAZOP meetings; Participate in 3D model reviews; Capture lessons learned and enter into Lessons Learned system

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering; 20+ years of experience in oil and gas with a major contractor or consultants predominantly performing detail design; Detailed knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods and detailed knowledge of the theory, content, and application of standards, codes, and guidelines as applicable to offshore; Knowledgeable in project coordination and execution skills; Recognized across the company as a key lead, highly innovative designer, or highly skilled analyst; Seasoned knowledge of engineering standards and specifications; Good knowledge of engineering software; Good working knowledge of the English language; HSE, TQM, and cost-conscious; Good organizer, motivator, and supervisor; Keen on improving the effectiveness of the work; Show flexibility and ensure proper hand-over with regards to replacement of colleagues during illness and holidays; provision of assistance to other colleagues with heavy workloads when possible/desirable; managing/learning of current working methods and software applications; reassignment to other McDermott offices

Nice to have

Preferably Registered Professional Engineer or member of professional engineering society as applicable

Benefits

All direct cost of employment, including medical examinations, employment visas, mobilization to country of work, and related fees, are paid by McDermott