Principal Engineer I

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📍 CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, IndiaFull time

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Job Summary
The Professional shall have experience in oil and gas field and skills in design/engineering and project execution of equipment and skid package projects demonstrating domain and capability to grant or exceed the Customer Expectation. Responsibility on all aspects of skid order booking & timely skid execution without deviation. Flexibility in travel within India / Middle East & Africa to Head Office/vendor locations/customer sites for Training, meetings, FAT, pre-commissioning & commissioning activities without deviation. Responsibility on Environmental Safety & Health across the working area.
 
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
  • Ensure compliance of EMERSON’s Ethics code, (ex. Emerson Business Ethics, ITC etc.) & Divisions guidelines. 

  • Ensure compliance of EMERSON’s Health, Safety and Environmental Standards.

  • Work in close collaboration with Local and Headquarter Management and Teams, Factories, Suppliers and Customers, throughout the complete process of Engineering, Skid Execution, Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Commissioning Support;

  • Responsible for preparation/consolidation of Basic Engineering documents (P&ID, wall thickness calculation, line Sizing, Equipment and valves Datasheets, Skid GAD, detailed drawings for piping and structural steel, foundation load drawings, lifting beams and Bill of Materials creation etc). 

  • Review and approve of vendor engineering deliverables like mechanical design calculation, equipment/valve GAD, sizing, datasheets for components such as PRV, PSV, PCV, Ball/plug/gate/check/globe valves, actuated valves, SSV, ESDV, filter, heater, condense tanks etc.

  • Knowledge on 3D modelling softwares such as Solidworks, Cadworks & S3D

  • Knowledge on Pipe stress analysis CAESAR II and Structural analysis STAAD PRO

  • Responsible for planning & preparation of RFQ and specification for sub-Suppliers, in compliance with project requirements. Review vendor quotations for technical & commercial compliance, approval and orders issuing.

  • Prepare Skid Technical Documentation, including Functional Design Specification, final technical documentation, including the Project Data-Book, etc

  • Modify and/or Review drawings using AutoCAD: Skid GAD’s, Detailed Piping & Skid Structure, BOM etc

  • Ensure compliance with Customer Technical and Quality requirements and liaise with Customer on all technical and commercial matters related to project

  • Responsible for proactively coordinate with engineering, sub-suppliers and customer teams; 

  • Execute and monitor committed project schedule. Closely work with suppliers, for timely delivery of Buy-Outs, ensure timely material availability at factory, and follow-up Piping manufacturer/assembler scope.

  • Closely work with contractor’s team; identify roadblocks and potential crises. Proactively act and devise contingency plan, manage changes in the project scope and project schedule.

  • Review vendor post-order documentations such as project schedule, TDC, weld map, ITP, Method Statement, pneumatic testing, assembly of equipment, valves, and FAT.

  • Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely submission of documentation and delivery of equipment and materials

  • Maintain Cost and ensure that all potential Variations to Contract are identified and pursued in a fair and credible manner in the interests of the company and liase with project manager for necessary Purchase Order amendments

  • Proactively work with Supplier, Integrator and Order Entry management; for right quality & quantity of material on right time to meet committed production schedule.

  • Impart expertise and knowledge within team during preparation of P&ID, GAD and project execution.

  • Share knowledge, and experience with other members to establish best practices in the manufacturing, project execution.

  • Measure and improve internal & external customer satisfaction.

  • Responsible for timely inspection and clearance of Suppliers Invoices. Closely work with Sub-Suppliers for closure of material issues.


     

Who You Are:
  • You respond with a sense of urgency keeping the focus on customer requirements.You have a passion for learning about different products and also are focused on maintaining high quality in the work you do and meeting committments. You actively seek guidance from relevant sources to learn and upskill yourself where possible.


 
For This Role, You Will Need:
  • Bachelor Engineering Degree in Mechanical with 6-8 years of experience.

  • Fluent English

  • Superior verbal and written communication skills.

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.

  • Knowledge of PV Elite, CADWORX, Staad Pro, Caesar II 

  • Shall have knowledge of ASME Sec – VIII & IX, V, II, ASTM, B31.3, B31.8, B16.34, API 6D & 620

  • Experience in Specification and Selection of the products - Static Mechanical Equipment & Instrument like Regulators, Control valves, Valves, Filters, vessels, heaters, Meters, Transmitters, Manometers, etc. for Oil & Gas system


 
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
  • Experience in Mechanical Design in skid packages

  • Experience working with EPC / Consultant Companies in Oil and Gas Industry. 

  • Experience working on projects for major NOC’s.

     


 
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
 
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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