Thermal Design & Rating:
• Proven core competency for thermal design and rating
• Overall authority for thermal rating suitable for equipment fabrication (mechanical detailed drawing)
• Perform detailed thermal ratings and design calculations for Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers using industry-standard software tools and analytical methods.
• Optimize heat exchanger performance, ensuring compliance with project specifications, industry standards (e.g., TEMA, ASME), and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct thermal design evaluations for heat exchangers operating in a variety of conditions (e.g., extreme temperatures, pressures, and fluids) typically found in oil and gas applications.
Engineering Support:
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to prospective junior engineers in the design and analysis of heat exchangers.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines
• Lead root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts for heat exchanger performance issues during design phases.
Heat Exchanger Selection and Sizing:
• Authority for the selection of appropriate heat exchanger types (e.g., fixed tube sheet, U-tube, floating head) based on specific process/project needs.
• Authority for thermal design calculations, including fouling factors, heat transfer coefficients, pressure drops, and flow arrangements.
• Review and approve heat exchanger datasheets, drawings, and specifications.
Design Optimization and Process Integration:
• Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency of heat exchanger designs.
• Collaborate with project teams to assess and propose alternative heat exchanger solutions for complex process requirements.
Project Management & Reporting:
• Assist in the preparation of project technical proposals, bids, and cost estimates.
• Monitor project timelines and deliverables to ensure heat exchanger designs are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Provide regular updates and reports on design progress, technical challenges, and solutions to senior management.
Quality Assurance and Compliance:
• Ensure all designs adhere to international standards, safety regulations, and company quality protocols.
• Conduct design reviews and participate in project HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) and safety audits.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, TEMA).