Production Engineer (Structural)

Role Overview

Production Engineer (Structural) at McDermott. This role is based at a fabrication and construction facility supporting offshore projects.

Role Purpose

The Production Engineer applies conceptual knowledge of offshore fabrication and construction to solve straightforward fabrication and construction problems. With moderate guidance from colleagues and leadership, the role holder analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures, builds knowledge of company processes and customers, and applies technical experience and judgment to deliver solutions grounded in critical business drivers.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scope Management

• Review project scope of work, schedules, and specifications to understand requirements and deliverables
• Prepare Scope of Work and Task Listing
• Monitor scope changes and Production revision orders
• Review four-week look ahead plans and identify constraints related to material and drawings

Scheduling & Production Planning

• Review the fabrication schedule and suggest corrections to the planning team
• Report weekly fabrication progress and monitor production man-hours and productivity
• Coordinate with shop and erection floor planning to ensure compliance with the project plan

Design & Constructability Review

• Review drawings for constructability and identify special items and subcontract requirements
• Review as-built drawings
• Approve relevant fabrication drawings and review Work Pack deliverables in accordance with Work Pack Index

Material Management

• Review monthly material reports and ensure material delivery; raise problems identified
• Review material requisitions prior to order
• Check grade and plate sizing assumptions
• Initiate site queries to utilize available material, including substitutions
• Coordinate materials movements within the yard

Field Execution & Compliance

• Provide field guidance and ensure compliance with Company specification
• Attend production meetings and report concerns
• Coordinate with the construction engineer to ensure procedures are issued timely and all parties understand any change
• Coordinate any sub-contract scope

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in oil and gas with a major contractor or consultant
• Familiarity with the content and application of API RP2A, AISC, and AWS

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to production processes and facilities