Written by Maud on 2009-08-31
Location: Netherlands
Job Category: Oil/Petroleum
Ref #: OIL–326
PostedOn: 8/26/2009
Job Description:
Oil Pipeline Design Engineers have as their main responsibility the drafting up of project models and construction specifications related to the design and construction of oil and natural gas pipelines and infrastructure. Part of the responsibilities includes supervising the operation teams to find the best operating practices for the pipeline. Monitoring equipment condition and performance and doing reliability assessments is also part of the pipeline design engineer’s job. Working alongside the project managers, the pipeline design engineer optimizes designs and facilities to provide reliable and cost effective pipeline installations. Using computer programs such as AutoCad, pipeline design engineers create three–dimensional virtual models of the pipeline installations including topographic and other criteria to allow the company to predict any potential problem areas during the pipe laying procedures.
Experience: 10+ Years
Education: Higher Secondary