Senior Mechanical Engineer (Refrigerated LPG Tank Specialist)

Thyssenkrupp · Durban

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Established in South Africa in 1959, thyssenkrupp Uhde South Africa is the local subsidiary of thyssenkrupp Uhde. Underpinned by a global footprint with local presence, we are a market-leading technology, engineering, construction and service partner for industrial plants and systems.

Combining over 100 years of global experience with over 60 years of local African know-how, thyssenkrupp Uhde Africa is a specialist provider of a range of advanced chemical technologies and integrated, environmentally friendly EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) solutions and services.

As an environmentally-responsible company, our vision is to create a livable planet through engineering green solutions.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer with relevant design house experience to join the Mechanical Engineering Department.

• The successful candidate will be required to fulfil the job as summarised below, but not limited to:
• Interaction with the client and forming part of an owner’s team with the client
• Performing lead engineer role.
• Preparation of Scope of Work / Works Information for supply of services and management of consultants to deliver to scope, quality and schedule.
• Specification and design of Refrigerated LPG Tanks and pressure vessels
• Preparation of project standards, engineering and technical specifications
• Participate in PFD and P&ID Reviews, HAZOP & SIL reviews, 3D model and constructability reviews
• Assistance in the preparation of MCFDs
• Proficient in preparation and issuing technical specifications and enquiry documentation to vendors and subsequent review of vendor documentation to ensure design integrity and compliance with specifications.
• Selection of vendors on technical basis
• Knowledge of the following international design codes and standards is mandatory:
  • ASME VIII Division 1
  • ASME Section II Parts A, B and D
  • ASME B16.5 and B16.47
  • ASME IX
  • TEMA
  • ASME B31.3
  • API 650 API 620 and API 625
  • Knowledge of the following international design codes will be an advantage:
  • PD5500
  • AD Merkblätter
  • DIN/EN material specifications and certification

The scope of this role will require the incumbent to work in a projects based environment covering all phases of project execution (feasibility, concept, basic, detail, construction support and commissioning).

The individual will engage in mechanical design activities related to producing and checking mechanical engineering deliverables.

The individual will be responsible for mechanical deliverables and quality/ technical quality assurance on the project.

• The successful candidate must be in possession of a BSc./ BEng. Mechanical Engineering degree with 20 years engineering experience. 25+ years of experience is preferable.
• Experience in contracting environment working on projects in the energy and chemical/ refining / petrochemical industries is required.
• Lead Engineer Experience
• Professional Registration with ECSA is required.
• The candidate must have participated in commissioning and plant start-up.
• The candidate must have refrigerated LPG, cryogenic storage, terminal, marine, EPC and brownfields experience. Strong LPG experience is essential.
• Experience with API 620 and API 625 for refrigerated tank systems and containment and other relevant API codes for LPG facilities.

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