Site Piping & Valve Engineer

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in piping and valve engineering on major oil & gas projects, including LNG.
• Mandatory: LNG project experience (greenfield or brownfield).
• Strong background in piping design, layout, materials, valves, stress and vibration analysis, fabrication, welding, testing, FAT, and construction methods.
• Experience with cryogenic valves and large-bore valve systems.
• Proficiency with engineering deliverables: P&IDs, isometrics, 3D models, and site construction workflows.
• Languages
• English: fluent written and spoken - mandatory.
• Portuguese or French: beneficial for local interface.
• Duration: 1 year renewable contract
• Starting date: 01/10/2026
• Location: Afungi - Cabo Delgado, Mozambique
• Status : Rotational 4x4

Additional Information

The role ensures the technical integrity of all piping and valve systems from construction through to pre-commissioning and mechanical completion, working in close collaboration with EPC Contractors, QA/QC teams, and commissioning stakeholders. Technical Support - Engineering to Construction Interface - Provide day-to-day discipline technical support for all piping and valve matters on site. - Ensure correct interpretation and application of engineering deliverables: isometrics, valve datasheets, material specifications, piping layouts, and 3D model extracts. - Process and respond to Contractor Technical Queries (TQ), Deviation Requests (DER), Concession Requests, and site clarifications in a timely manner. - Coordinate with home-office engineering to resolve design discrepancies or information gaps impacting site execution. Construction Support - Assist construction teams with technical clarifications for piping and valve installation, welding, testing, flushing, and reinstatement. - Review construction documentation: ITPs, WPS/PQRs, erection plans, and test packs. - Participate in joint inspections for piping and valves including weld/NDE checks and material conformity verification. - Monitor proper handling, preservation, and installation of all valve types (manual, actuated, control, and cryogenic). Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning Assistance - Support preparation and review of pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures: hydrotest, pneumatic tests, cleaning, drying, and leak testing. - Verify test pack completeness, punch list closure, and discipline walkdowns. - Follow progress of as-built mark-ups, mechanical completion dossiers, and ICAPS inputs. Interface & Coordination - Interface with Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, QA/QC, and Commissioning teams on piping and valve topics. - Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to report discipline issues, flag constructability concerns, and support practical solutions. - Liaise with Contractor engineering teams and vendors to clarify technical points and follow up on pending actions. HSE & Quality - Apply and promote Project HSE requirements across all piping and valve activities. - Support quality control activities: welding inspections, NDE follow-up, valve testing, and discipline documentation verification. Education - Engineering degree in Mechanical, Piping, Petroleum, or equivalent field. - NDT certification or proven inspection experience (welding, NDE, hydrotest). - Familiarity with GS/CR/GM referential is a strong advantage.

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