Material Engineer

The Material Engineer is responsible for material selection, corrosion control, welding and coating specifications, QA/QC, and technical assurance for subsea pipelines and associated subsea structures in a shallow-water development. The role ensures compliance with industry standards, project requirements, and long-term integrity needs.

About the Role

The Material Engineer is responsible for material selection, corrosion control, welding and coating specifications, QA/QC, and technical assurance for subsea pipelines and associated subsea structures in a shallow-water development. The role ensures compliance with industry standards, project requirements, and long-term integrity needs.

Responsibilities

Develop material selection reports for linepipe, fittings, PLET/PLEM structures, CRA materials, and flanges. Define corrosion allowances, pressure/temperature class requirements. Ensure compliance with DNV-ST-F101, API 5L, ISO 13628, and API 17D standards. Define internal and external corrosion protection strategies. Review CP design calculations, anode systems, and coating specifications. Evaluate inhibitor/MEG/CI requirements and corrosion risk assessments. Review WPS, PQR, and welder qualifications. Support weld overlay, clad systems, and heat treatment requirements. Review NDT requirements and weldability evaluations. Define external coating systems and field joint coating (FJC) requirements. Review coating procedures, qualification testing, and mechanical protection (CWC, anti-buckle sleeves). Review fracture toughness, sour service suitability, fatigue performance, and material traceability. Participate in integrity reviews, audits, and resolve NCRs. Support failure investigation and root-cause analysis. Interface with pipeline, structures, umbilical/controls, fabrication yards, and installation teams. Ensure alignment of material specifications across disciplines. Review linepipe mills, CRA vendors, bends, and coating plants. Participate in FAT, mill testing (DWTT, Charpy, CTOD), and coating trials. Monitor compliance with ITPs/QCPs and QA documentation.

Qualifications

Strong knowledge of metallurgy (carbon steel, alloy steel, duplex/Super Duplex).

Required Skills

Expertise in internal/external corrosion and CP design.