Mechanical Field Engineer

Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP)
transports natural gas from the giant Shah Deniz field in the Azerbaijani sector of the Caspian Sea to Europe. The 878 km long pipeline connects with the Trans Anatolian Pipeline (TANAP) at the Turkish-Greek border in Kipoi, crosses Greece and Albania and the Adriatic Sea, before coming ashore in Southern Italy.

TAP will facilitate gas supplies to South Eastern European countries through prospective interconnectors. TAP is connected to Interconnector Greece Bulgaria (IGB) which started its commercial operations in October 2022, providing Caspian gas to Bulgaria, enhancing security of energy supplies in one more European country. TAP's exits in Greece and Albania, together with the landfall in Italy provide multiple opportunities for further transport of gas from Azerbaijan to the wider European markets.

As a key part of the Southern Gas Corridor, TAP is strategically and economically important to Europe and essential in providing reliable access to a new source of natural gas. TAP plays a significant role in boosting Europe's energy security, supply diversification, as well as its decarbonisation objectives.

Your Role
As a
Mechanical Field Engineer (Methane Emissions),
you will be part of a team of Field Engineers based in Athens, reporting directly to the Technical & Asset Integrity Manager
.
Specifically you will be responsible for the timely development and implementation of company-wide processes and procedures to coordinate the implementation of the
Methane Emissions Regulation
, optimise production, reliability and availability of plant and machinery. You will have the opportunity to develop your expertise in more disciplines as listed below:

• Methane Emissions Regulations : the main purpose of the role is to develop and implement strategies to comply with Methane Emission Regulations, coordinate contractors' activities, and participate to the LDAR campaigns in Greece, Albania and Italy. You will coordinate the proper implementation of Methane Emissions Regulation on field across the countries where we operate as well as provide mechanical engineering assurance for the Company's plant and equipment within their specific discipline(s) installed within the Compressor Stations, Pipeline Receiving Terminal and Transmission Pipeline. You will ensure the suitability and fitness for service of all relevant plant and equipment to maintain design intent over full life cycle to enable safe operations at all times, contributing to the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the organisation. You will engage with equipment & service providers, industry technical bodies, local and national authorities and engineering specialists as required to drive continuous improvement. The role requires strong coordination with QHSE Function for the additional reporting and compliance related to Methane emissions such us OGMP2.0 and Carbon Management Plan.
• Rotating Equipment : focus on rotating equipment studies, specific risk assessments, and other studies as required. Experience with Gas Compressors is required. Working Knowledge of EN 12583, API 610, API 616, API 617, API 670
• Mechanical : focus on Vibration, Fatigue monitoring, Fitness for Services and Equipment management strategies with regards to Operations and Maintenance for all related equipment across the 3 host countries
• Asset Integrity: focus on overall Technical Inspection of the asset (excluding pipelines), including Major Accident Hazard Management & Avoidance, degradation mechanisms for Pressure Systems, piping and structures, planning and executing Risk Based Inspection Processes, Performance Standard Management and Written Schemes of Examination. Working Knowledge of key industry standard such as, API 579/BS 7910, API 510, 570, 580
• Pipeline Integrity : focus on Pipeline (onshore and offshore) defect assessment and repair using PDAM & ASME31G , Inspection technologies and techniques, Pipeline Integrity Procedures and Pipeline Integrity Management System, including safe systems of work. Working Knowledge of key industry standard such as EN1594, DNV F101, ASME B31.8, ASME B31.8S, ISO 19345
• Cathodic Protection and Corrosion : focus on cathodic protection and corrosion control systems on pipelines and facilities in Italy, Greece and Albania so that all facilities are protected and are compliant with local and international requirements, working with key industry standards such as NACE.

The role is based in Athens and requires frequent travels (one or two weeks per month) to our assets.

Your Profile

• Proven and recognised qualification of academic study – Engineering Degree or Higher National Diploma. A recognised mechanical MEng or MSc or PhD in Mechanical and/or Process Chemical and/or related fields preferred. Strong knowledge of mathematical and mechanical engineering concepts. Working Knowledge of applicable mechanical engineering standards
• Solid technical and mechanical knowledge in Operations and Maintenance with the strong wish to develop further expertise in an international context
• Understanding of European and Country statutory and regulatory obligations
• Willingness to travel extensively across the 3 host countries (Greece, Albania, Italy), initially for extensive training purposes, then to perform Engineering (Mechanical) duties, inspections and LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair Survey)
• Safety Conscious
• High level of analytical and problem-solving skills
• Numerical and scientific ability; reporting skills (verbal and written). Ability to follow written plans, instructions and procedures
• Able to work under pressure and time constraints
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations showing initiative and capacity to exercise good judgment
• Commitment to accuracy and detail
• Communicative. Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Team Player - Ability to collaborate with other areas to ensure asset integrity and longevity of plant and mechanical equipment.
• Fast learner. Capacity to analyse a situation and to build a plan to achieve results
• Fluent English (written and spoken). Any other language (Greek, Italian or Albanian) is an advantage
• Valid B driving licence
• Willing to travel extensively (40-60% of the time) to TAP assets