Material Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

Handling methodology Selection: Choosing appropriate handling items or tools based on project requirements and specifications.
Sketch / Presentation - Prepare relevant handling sketch / cinematic for piping material like valve / spools / equipments etc.
Maintenance: Develop handling reports for the platform and co-ordinate with SP3D Designers for modelling of the cinematic or methods of handling of the items
Developing and reviewing handling and layout plans for offshore and on shore faciliteis, ensuring maintainability and operational efficiency
Prepare datasheet for material handling items like rollers / shackles / A Frames / monorails / trolleys etc.
Co-ordinate with vendor for purchase of the material handling items
Material Selection:

Choose the appropriate materials for specific applications based on their properties, cost, environmental impact, and performance needs.
Evaluate materials for factors such as strength, durability, thermal conductivity, electrical conductivity, and resistance to wear and corrosion.
Work with design engineers to ensure the materials selected will meet project specifications and product requirements.
Development of New Materials:

Research and develop new materials with enhanced properties, such as lighter, stronger, or more sustainable options.
Work on innovative material concepts such as advanced composites, smart materials, biomaterials, or nanomaterials.
Conduct experiments to discover new material combinations or treatments that can improve performance or reduce costs.
Material Testing and Characterization:

Perform laboratory and field tests to assess the mechanical, thermal, electrical, and chemical properties of materials.
Use various testing techniques such as tensile testing, hardness testing, microscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) to examine material properties at different scales.
Analyze failure modes and investigate the causes of material defects or performance failures.
Quality Control and Assurance:

Oversee the quality control of materials during the manufacturing process, ensuring they meet the required standards.
Develop and implement testing protocols and procedures to ensure material quality throughout production.
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues related to material inconsistencies or performance deviations.
Manufacturing and Process Optimization:

Work closely with manufacturing engineers to optimize the production processes (e.g., casting, forging, molding, extrusion) to achieve desired material properties.
Develop processes for material shaping, heat treatment, and coating that improve performance or reduce material waste.
Explore cost-effective manufacturing solutions that do not compromise the quality of materials.
Sustainability and Environmental Impact:

Research and develop environmentally friendly and sustainable materials, such as biodegradable plastics, recyclable composites, or materials with a lower carbon footprint.
Work on material lifecycle assessments (LCA) to evaluate the environmental impact of materials from raw material extraction to disposal or recycling.
Focus on reducing the environmental impact of materials by developing more energy-efficient and less polluting production methods.
Failure Analysis and Problem Solving:

Investigate material failure in products, structures, or systems (e.g., cracked aircraft wings, failed electrical connectors).
Analyze how and why materials break down in specific environments and suggest solutions to prevent failure, such as material substitutions or improved designs.
Work on improving the safety and reliability of materials used in high-stress or hazardous environments, such as aerospace, automotive, or nuclear industries.

Desired candidate profile

Required minimum 10 years of experience as Material handling engineer role in Offshore Platform
Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Oil and Gas and/or offshore fixed Platform project experience and/or Gulf client experience
Should have excellent presentation skills , knowledge in NAVIS work software for review
Material Science Knowledge: A deep understanding of the properties, structure, and behavior of materials (metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites).
Analytical Skills: Ability to perform detailed analysis on materials and their performance under different conditions.
Problem-Solving: Skill in identifying material-related issues in product performance and finding solutions, whether through material choice, processing methods, or design modifications.
Testing and Characterization: Proficiency with lab testing and the use of instruments such as SEM, X-ray diffraction, atomic force microscopy (AFM), and other material analysis tools.
Computational Skills: Familiarity with computer modeling and simulation tools used to predict the behavior of materials (e.g., finite element analysis, molecular dynamics simulations).
Sustainability Focus: Knowledge of sustainable material selection and practices in manufacturing to minimize environmental impact.
Project Management: Ability to manage research projects, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, and meet project deadlines.
Tools & Technologies:
Testing Equipment: Tensile testers, hardness testers, differential scanning calorimeters (DSC), and electron microscopes.
Software: Materials modeling and simulation software like ANSYS, MATLAB, COMSOL Multiphysics, and AutoCAD for material behavior predictions and structural analysis.
Laboratory Instruments: X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscope (SEM), and atomic force microscopes (AFM) for material analysis at the micro- and nano-scale.
Work Environments:
Manufacturing and Industrial Firms: Material engineers work in industries like automotive, aerospace, electronics, and energy to develop and select materials for production.
Research and Development (R&D) Centers: Companies and universities invest in material science R&D to create next-generation materials with improved properties or new capabilities.
Consulting Firms: Provide material selection and failure analysis services to clients across various industries.
Construction and Infrastructure: Material engineers may work on the selection and testing of construction materials like concrete, steel, and composites for infrastructure projects.
Government Agencies or Defense: Material engineers often work with government agencies on national defense projects, such as in the development of advanced materials for military equipment and technology.