Interface Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in planning, coordinating and controlling the execution of the project in accordance with Client requirements and objectives, within time and cost constrain and in observance of HSE and Quality procedures and practice
• Support the Project Manager in coordinating specific technical and management topics (i.e. project internal and external interface management, contractual document issue and review, project activities planning, data analysis and reporting preparation, subcontractor and supplier management, Project Record Books preparation, Spare Parts management, certifications collection, supplier payments, etc.)

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage reporting to the PM for specific activities of the project services as case by case defined by the PM (it can be an activity related to a main subcontract or vendor or interfaces internal or external)
• Assist the Project Manager during project activity planning, e.g. in the preparation of the Project Execution Plan (PEP) and other project procedures and plans
• Assist in the definition of the resource allocation and in the assessment of the man-hours required in order to prepare/update the Project Mobilization Plan (PMP)
• Coordinate specific topics (internal or external), related, but not only, to project management, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning
• Prepare the Project External Interfaces Management Procedure and identify, categorize and manage the Project External Interfaces
• Prepare the Project Risk Management Plan, manage the risk assessment and risk response activities issuing and quarterly updating the Project Risk Register
• Prepare the Project Spare Parts Procedure and supervise and coordinate the procurement and management process for the Project Two Years Spare PartsTakes lead in preparing its personnel through extensive training. Timely report any gaps that need to be bridged.

Desired candidate profile

Certifications: Certifications in integration platforms (e.g., MuleSoft Certified Developer), cloud technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect), or project management (e.g., PMP) can be advantageous.
Key Specializations within Interface Engineering:
API Development & Management: Specializing in creating and managing APIs to facilitate communication between different software applications.
Cloud Integration: Focusing on integrating cloud-based systems and services (e.g., AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud).
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems Integration: Working with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics to integrate various enterprise applications and data sources.
Network & Hardware Integration: Focusing on the integration of physical devices and systems (e.g., sensors, network equipment) with software platforms.
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of integration technologies, such as REST APIs, SOAP, Web Services, GraphQL, message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka), and database integration.
Programming Skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, or C++ to develop and integrate interfaces between systems.
Networking Knowledge: Understanding of networking protocols (e.g., HTTP, TCP/IP, FTP, WebSockets) and concepts like firewalls, routing, and load balancing.
System Integration Tools: Familiarity with integration platforms and tools like MuleSoft, Apache Camel, Zapier, or Dell Boomi.
Testing and Debugging Tools: Experience with testing and debugging tools like Postman (API testing), Wireshark (network analysis), and logging frameworks (e.g., Log4j).
Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve issues between systems, ensuring that data and services flow smoothly.
Communication and Collaboration: Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Security Awareness: Knowledge of secure coding practices and methods to protect data and interfaces from vulnerabilities (e.g., authentication, authorization, encryption).
Documentation Skills: Ability to create clear and concise technical documentation, including integration guides, API specifications, and architecture diagrams