Offshore Inspection Engineer

• The Offshore Inspection Engineer (OIE) is responsible for in-service inspection and assessment of pressure systems within the offshore oil and gas industry. The role requires significant relevant industry experience and involves working on a regular 3/3 UK offshore rotation.
• The successful candidate will apply inspection engineering knowledge, NDT expertise, relevant industry standards, and Risk Based Inspection (RBI) principles while coordinating and prioritizing inspection activities offshore.

• Perform in-service inspection and assessment of pressure systems.
• Apply relevant standards applicable to oil and gas industry equipment and processes.
• Apply knowledge of NDT principles and Risk Based Inspection methodologies.
• Apply knowledge of degradation mechanisms relevant to oil and gas industry operations.
• Coordinate and prioritize inspection work effectively.
• Demonstrate effective leadership when carrying out inspection activities.
• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues through effective problem-solving.
• Prepare professional inspection reports and maintain effective documentation.
• Support compliance with quality, health, and safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with relevant personnel and stakeholders.
• Manage assigned activities effectively within required time frames.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Education & Professional

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience in in-service inspection and assessment of pressure systems.
• UKAS RG2 Category 3 or above.
• Formal Plant Inspection qualification, such as ASME L2 or API 570 and API 510.
• IRATA Rope Access qualification.
• Offshore Survival Certification, Medical, and MIST.
• Incorporated Engineer status or working towards it is desirable.

NDT

Qualifications:

• PCN Level 2 Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• PCN Level 2 Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI).
• PCN Level 2 Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI).

Skills &

Competencies:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Well-developed negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of relevant oil and gas industry standards, equipment, and processes.
• Knowledge of NDT and Risk Based Inspection methodologies.
• Knowledge of degradation mechanisms relevant to the oil and gas industry.
• Competence in using computer packages, including Microsoft Office.
• Positive approach to quality, health, and safety compliance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong coordination and prioritization abilities.
• Good time management skills.
• Broad technical competency and related inspection skills.
• Proficient report-writing skills.
• Flexible approach to work.

• Ability to work on a regular 3/3 UK offshore rotation.
• Minimum five years of relevant in-service pressure systems inspection and assessment experience.
• Ability to meet the specified inspection, NDT, rope access, offshore, and professional qualification requirements.