Senior Pipeline Engineer

Position: Senior Pipeline Engineer (Contract)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Pipeline Engineer (Mechanical) to support the delivery of pipeline engineering work on a 12-month freelance contract, operating Outside IR35. The role will focus on providing high-level mechanical pipeline expertise across design and delivery phases, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and deliver mechanical pipeline engineering activities across assigned projects

* Produce, review and approve pipeline design deliverables including calculations, specifications and reports

* Ensure designs comply with relevant codes and standards (e.g. PD 8010, ASME, API, DNV, BS EN)

* Undertake wall thickness calculations, material selection and stress analysis

* Provide technical input into route selection, constructability and installation methodologies

* Participate in HAZID, HAZOP and design review workshops

* Interface with civil, process, integrity and construction teams

* Support contractor and vendor technical reviews

* Provide technical guidance to junior engineers where required

* Ensure engineering deliverables are produced to programme and quality expectations

Skills & Experience

* Strong background in mechanical pipeline engineering within oil & gas, energy, utilities or infrastructure sectors

* Proven experience working in a contract / consultancy environment

* Solid understanding of pipeline lifecycle engineering from concept through detailed design

* Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications

* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

* Chartered Engineer status desirable but not essential

* Strong working knowledge of UK and international pipeline standards