Lead Calculation Engineer

Position description

Job title

Lead Calculation Engineer

Contract type

Permanent

Job Description

Join 3C Metal Middle East: A Global Leader in Engineering & Industrial Solutions!

Join 3C Metal: A Global Leader in Turnkey Project Solutions!

Are you ready to join a dynamic team driving innovation in engineering?

Established in 1995, 3C Metal Group started as a specialist in high-pressure piping, welding, and installation services for the oil and gas sector. Over the years, the company has diversified its expertise into renewable energy, green technology, power generation, marine, and mining industries. Today 3C Metal Group is present in eight countries, across four continents and has a workforce of 1000 employees. In 2024, 3C Metal Group joined the Ortec Group, further enhancing our capabilities and expanding our global presence.

As part of this global network, 3C Metal Middle East entity, based in Dubai, specialize in providing HP and LP piping fabrication, engineering, project management and personnel deployment services. It s a central location allows for the services to be offered to clients in any location worldwide. Overall, our mission is to provide efficient and competitive solutions for retrofit and upgrade projects for the energy industry worldwide to be the market leader for turnkey project solutions.

Why Choose 3C Metal?

• Global footprint: Originating in France, 3C Metal has expanded its presence to the USA, Namibia, South Africa, Mozambique, the UAE, and Malaysia, offering a truly international experience.
• Innovation & Expertise: We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional results through cutting-edge technologies, design solutions, and world-class project management.
  
  

Position Overview

As part of our Calculation Team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery of engineering solutions for complex projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the development, integration and documentation of project requirements to establish and achieve the required design;
• Prepare conceptual and detailed design calculations, layouts, sketches, specifications;
• Guides product design and verifies structural integrity by using and developing analytical tools, FEM simulations throughout all design phases;
• Supervise and lead structural and piping project team(s), monitoring progress and issue of deliverables and reporting on performance of the team;
• Liaise with internal project and production teams and external vendors and subcontractors;
• Develop analytical processes and tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the department;
• Provide input to feasibility studies, design criteria, reports, preliminary design and engineering specifications;
• Lead design reviews internally and liaise with Classification Societies (DNV, ABS, BV) for obtaining project review approvals;
• Site visits and inspections;
• Create a professionally challenging work environment for team members;
• Coordinate all requirements for the related project with other disciplines.
  
  

Profile

Educational Background

We seek the ideal candidate profile with:

• Engineering Bachelor degree (Civil/Structural/Mechanical/Naval Engineer);
  
  

Industry Knowledge

• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience structural design for Offshore O&G;
• Minimum of 2+ years of technical project leadership;
  
  

Essential Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software such as ANSYS, FEMAP or equivalent;
• Experience in dealing with classification societies such as DNV, ABS, BV in relation to structural and piping design;
• Proficient with hand/analytical calculations;
• Technical knowledge of steel fabrication and steel material selection as per relevant Codes;
  
  

Software Proficiency

• Experience with structural analysis software, STAAD PRO or similar is mandatory;
• Well versed in analytical calculations of steel connections with Mathcad / Excel is mandatory;
• Well versed in calculation (FEM) and drafting software (CAD) such as but not restricted to STAAD, FEMAP, ANSYS, Solidworks, PV Elite, AUTOCAD.
  
  

Diversity & Inclusion

3C Metal is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. We are committed to ensuring all employees are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities to grow their skills and talents. Operating across eight countries, we draw strength from the diversity of our workforce, embracing the unique insights and perspectives that our global presence brings.

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