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SAIPEM recruitment for Engineers in Port harcourt, November 2012([email protected])


Saipem Contracting Nigerian Limited (SCNL) is a subsidiary of SAIPEM S.P.A., a global leader in engineering, Procurement, Construction and Project Management in the energy sector.
Due to the expansion of our operations in Nigeria, we are seeking for highly qualified, pro-active, fast learning, flexible, well-organized and motivated resources with an excellent track record to reinforce our team


Job Position: Piping & Layout Engineer (PLER)
Location: Port Harcourt/Remote Sites
Reporting to: Piping Lead/ Project Engineering Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
Documentation of piping and layout methodologies / specific design guidelines
Analysis of technical documents (specifications, calculation notes, drawings etc) in order to assess the scope of studies required and potential risks)
Provides piping & layout engineering support to different projects.
Checking of all produced documents (internal or subcontracted) like design report, technical specifications, drawing etc          
Estimate quantities or validates estimation done by other specialist of the team
Provide technical Support to procurement , subcontracting and construction activities included in the scope of work 
Qualification and Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of cognate experience in Engineering Design
University degree in Mechanical Engineering
Understanding of Engineering standard code and Regulations
Good computer skills: proficient in MS office suite


Job Position: Instrumentation Engineer (IER)
Location: Port Harcourt/Remote Sites
Reporting to: Instrumentation Discipline Lead
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform instrumentation P&ID Mechanization
Prepare Instrument data sheet and instrument material take off
Prepare specifications for instruments and for instrumentation installation
Check key engineering documents according to internal procedure
Participate in 3D Modeling activities and F.A.T activities
Coordinate subcontracted discipline engineering activities and controls subcontracted discipline engineering documents
Prepare technical documentation for instrumentation requisitions
Provide input to discipline Lead Engineer on harmonizing designs and project management methodologies
Participate in the modification of company work flow and technical standardization
Modify engineering drawings in coordination with instrument lead and superintendents
Qualification and Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of cognate experience in Instrumentation Design
University degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Systems Engineering
Understanding of Engineering standard code & Regulations
Good computer skills: proficient in MS office suite


Job Position: Electrical Engineer (EER)
Location: Port Harcourt/Remote Sites
Reporting to: Electrical Discipline Lead 
Duties and Responsibilities: .
Preparation of project design criteria for electrical systems
Review of client's technical documentation and requirements, electrical system basic design, electrical system design review and definition of electrical engineering requirements.
Prepare material MTO for cost estimate, bill of quantities (BOO) for erection works estimate
Prepare technical documentation (specification, data sheet and inspection data sheets) for electrical equipment and materials                
Perform electrical system models & calculations and define ratings of equipment/systems (power demand, load flow, short circuits, transient stability, motor starting, harmonics, grounding)
Defines the configuration of the electrical system and prepares the single line diagrams, relay and metering schemes, protective relays coordination study and setting tables
Prepare electric substation layout arrangement, interconnecting wiring diagrams , checks and review electrical cable lay down documentation and electrical network layout documentation (grounding, lighting, cathode protection, electric tracing and connection boxes)
Prepares the technical bid evaluations and performs Vendor follow up of electrical equipment/materials
Involvement in functional checks and tests for electrical system energisation and commissioning
Support Electrical Superintendent and Field Electrical Engineer for modifications at site.
Qualification and Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of cognate experience in Electrical Engineering Design
University degree in Electrical Engineering
Understanding of Engineering standard code and Regualtions
Knowledge of Electrical design software (ETAPSKM)
Good computer skills: proficient in MS office suite, AUTOCAD, PDS, PDMS


Job Position: Contract Administrator (REF: CTRAD)
Location: Port Harcourt Base/Sites
Reporting to: Contracts Manager 
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage and coordinate at the Project level the contract administration activities, ensuring that all aspects of the contract during the execution phase of the Project are addressed with the objective of contributing to maximise Project revenues;
Analyze the contract terms and identify areas of possible risks and opportunities related to the application of the contract clauses;
Management, drafting and negotiation of change orders/ variations and preparation of any claims against or from the Client, partners and any subcontractors or vendors;
Ensuring that any contractual or legal matter affecting the Project execution is properly addressed;
Monitoring key contract dates to ensure all contract terms are applied timely and correctly;
Supporting the finance department function by assuring that all the relevant documents required for payment meet the contractual obligations;
Drafting, receiving, examining, commenting, filing and keeping track of all correspondence exchanged during the project execution;
Ensuring that the corporate policies and guidelines together with all the legal obligations are implemented and respected by the Project;
Providing input to risk identification and assessment in coordination with the Risk and Opportunity Management Function;
Providing information and advice to other departments or assistance in the operational management.
Qualification and Experience
A Degree in Law or Quantity Survey is a prerequisite. Engineers with relevant experience can apply as well;
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a Contract Administration environment;
Excellent (verbal and written) communicating skills;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications;
Ability to work under pressure efficiently and effectively, while respecting the deadlines imposed on the Project;
Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to think outside the box. 


Job Position: Rotating Machinery Engineer (RMER)
Location: Port Harcourt/Remote Sites
Reporting to: Rotating Equipment Discipline Lead
Duties and Responsibilities:
Support Lead to define. engineering requirements and interface with other disciplines
Prepare technical documentation for package requisitions (supply specifics, data sheets, calculations etc where requested)
Define detailed engineering activities (layouts, routings, supports etc)
Prepare technical evaluation and technical tabulation for vendor technical alignment
Support Lead in technical negotiation with vendors and controls of subcontracted discipline engineering document
Check and sign all vendor drawings in coordination with other disciplines
Prepare material take-off to support construction cost estimate
Support Lead Engineer in defining cost evaluation for assigned items and engineering man hour estimate
Support Lead Engineer to review Contractual technical documentation and requirements
Follow-up of assigned equipment/package to be supplied, attend to internal review activities and inter-discipline check meetings where required
 Qualification and Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of cognate experience in Mechanical Engineering Design
University degree in Mechanical/Production or Industrial Engineering
Understanding of Engineering standard code & Regulations
Good computer skills: proficient in MS office suite


Job Position: Electrical Designer (EDR)
Location: Port harcourt/Remote Sites
Reporting to: Electrical Specialist Leader/Electrical Discipline Lead
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare material take off and bill of quantities for cost and erection works estimated during bidding stage.
Review of client's technical documentation and requirements during bidding stage  and Project execution
Coordinates and controls electrical engineering subcontracted activities & documents.
Prepares technical documentation (specification, data sheets and inspection data sheets) for electrical bulk materials
Prepares the Material Requisition (PR), the technical bid evaluations and provides technical support to procurement department in purchasing activities
Performs the follow up of electrical bulk materials and check/review of Vendors technical documentation
Involvement in preparation of electrical load list, power cables sizing, electrical load balance electrical network (grounding, lighting, cathode protection, electric tracing, connection boxes) materials selection and typical installation details
Develops electrical network layout documentation (grounding, lighting, cathodic protection, electric tracing, connection boxes).
Implements detail engineering activities (positioning, layouts, cable routings, cable raceways, cable schedules, supports ... ).
Prepare material materials take off (MTO) and bill of quantities (BOO) for electrical system installation   Qualification and Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of cognate experience in Electrical Engineering Design
University degree in Electrical Engineering
Understanding of Engineering standard code & Regulations
Good computer skills: proficient in MS office suite AutoCAD, PDS, PDMS

Job Title: Civil & Structural Engineer (CSER)
Location: Port Harcourt/Remote Sites
Reporting to: Civil Discipline Lead 
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare design specifications for concrete foundation and steel design       .
Set up and execute assigned engineering activities such as detail design, verification and studies relevant to any engineering issues associated with the discipline
Prepare SOW and technical documentation for soil investigation contract
Develop studies and calculation notes for reinforced concrete, piling works, steel structures(including connection details) and structural concrete/steel buildings
Validation and issuance of project geotechnical specifications
Manages Issue of technical bid tabulation for all geotechnical offer 
 Qualification and Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of cognate experience in Engineering Design
University degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
Understanding of Engineering standard code & Regulations
Knowledge in design software as STADPRO/TEKLA SAP
Good computer skills: proficient in MS office suite

Method of Application
Qualified applicants should send their resume to:
[email protected]  quoting the vacancy reference as the email subject.

Application closes two (2) weeks from the date of this publication.
Only shortlisted persons will be contacted for interviews