Contract Support Engineer – Shell Petroleum Nigeria

The SNEPCO Well Engineering department is responsible for delivery of all SNEPCO deepwater Exploration, Appraisal and Development wells, including Drilling, Completions, Testing and Workovers.

Its business objectives are to deliver quality, cost effective wells in accordance with the relevant well proposals, prepared in conjunction with the various customers or asset holders and operates with a delegated budget of approximately $450 million per annum until Q2 2015 based on a single rig operation. By Q3 2015, the rig count is expected to increase to 2 and subsequently increase to 3 by 2016 .
The department is based in Lagos and the offshore operations are serviced and supported from Onne supply base, where most of the contractors are also located.

The base workload is currently 1 rig year per annum with rig-less well intervention capability being developed since 2011. Growing capability in rigless intervention is also critical to realizing the aspirations of the company.

Liaison with Global Technical partners in Houston and Rijswijk, third-party service providers and the discipline functions as part of the functional organization model.

Regular site visits (Port Harcourt, Onne and Drilling Rig) will be required to ensure QA/QC and HSE policies are being applied, review work programs and to participate in meetings, inspections and audits.

Responsibilities:
In view of the growth of the SNEPCo wells organization from 1 rig to 3 rigs by 2015, the Senior Contracts Engineer is responsible for approximately 100 minor service contracts and 10 to 12 major tenders in 2013 and 2014.
Special challenge: The contracting process including NAPIMS and NCDMB is a lengthy process requiring in depth knowledge of the local contract rules and regulations.

The Senior Contracts Engineer is responsible to provide support to all elements of the Contracts and Procurement processes, technical input, tender strategies, technical and commercial evaluation, contract management for all wells related contracts.

The Senior Contracts Engineer fulfills the role of interfacing between the wells and C&P departments aiming at contract optimization, facilitating tender processes and all other contract processes related issues for all SNEPCo wells projects.

- Responsible for overall contracting and tender strategies.

- Defining HSE, tender technical and commercial input, liaison with NAPIMS and NCDMB and provide support to the Wells Head Of Business Support.

- Ensure tender strategies and get approval from the Well Global Contract Board and Major Tender Board.

- Input and submission of Invitation to Tenders.

- Responsible for HSE, technical and commercial evaluation of tenders.

- Responsible for timely award of contracts.

- Responsible for defining input to contract management plans, input to Business Performance Reviews and Contract Optimization Reviews.

- Provide support to Contract Holders and Contract Owners, responsible for providing an overview of the contract status as well as potential cost exposure.

Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
- Minimum 10 years WE/CWI experience with at least 3 years in completions
WE/CWI Round I and Round II
- Demonstrated success in a technical WE/CWI position is required
- Skill in contracting and procurement processes is required.
- Experience in operations logistics and materials
- Knowledge of the application of QA/QC processes and procedures.
- Skill in floating well engineering and/or completions and intervention operations.
- High level of HSE commitment and awareness.

- Good communication skills in order to fit into a multinational work force.
- Good command of the English language, written as well as verbal.
- Good report writing, communication skills and PC skills
- Good commercial awareness and appreciation of life cycle costing.
- An ability to work independently with the minimum of supervision.
- Flexible, self-motivated and dynamic personality, capable of performing in a work    environment which only provides limited resources.

Application Deadline: Friday 31 May 2013

Number of Vacancies: 1

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Senior Structural Engineer – Shell Petroleum Nigeria

Shell companies have been finding and producing oil and gas around the world for over a century. Today, we have interests in exploration and production ventures in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 90,000 people.

This is a technically challenging work environment characterised by a continuing need for research, the pursuit of new technology, and the adoption of new ways of working. It demands people who will thrive in a culture that encourages and rewards innovation, collaboration and the ability to learn from success as well as failure.
Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) is the pioneer and leader of the petroleum industry in Nigeria. It is capable of producing an average of over one million barrels of oil equivalent per day. The company’s operations are concentrated in the Niger Delta and adjoining shallow offshore areas where it operates in an oil mining lease area of around 30,000 square kilometres.

Responsibilities:
The Engineer will act as guardian of the defined design envelopes for mooring systems and participate in the design of current and future projects in the deep water offshore projects.
In particular,responsibilities for this position include:

• Carry out all necessary engineering analyses,including global analysis,structural Finite Element Analysis,to support engineering design of FPSO (Floating Systems & Storage) and SPM (Single-Point Mooring) systems.
• Prepare drawings and technical/project specifications and datasheets for the mooring systems in line with functional requirements as stated in the Basis of Design.
• Carry out installation analysis for mooring systems including re-assessment existing mooring system.
• Conduct intra and multi-discipline technical reviews including HAZOPs (Hazards & Operability),Constructability reviews,Reliability and Availability and Maintainability Studies and reviews,etc.
• Development and compilation of tender/bid packages for the mooring systems.
• Contribute to the development of global analysis/mooring engineering skills of young engineers to be able to carry out such work.
• Undertake front-end studies,as required,to identify and develop performance improvement changes
• Ensure that all proposed modifications allow safe operation of facilities and maintain technical integrity
• Participate in design reviews,audits and other mooring related reviews
• Contribute to SNEPCo mooring & related discipline in association with other Shell units so as to support lateral learning
• Demonstrate personal commitment to company HSSE objectives and motivate own team to be HSSE champions.
• Participate in the provision of mooring engineering support to new and on-going projects.
• Coach any assigned offshore discipline engineer

Requirements:
• The applicant should have a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering or Naval architcture at least 8 years of experience working in the area of offshore oil & gas development including 5 years of FPSO related engineering experience.
• Skill in the following areas is required: analysis and design of steel structures, structural dynamics and fatigue, finite element analysis, material selection, corrosion prevention, dynamic analysis of floating systems, hydrodynamics, loading in wind, waves and current, structural dynamics and fatigue, risk and reliability, project planning and economics.
• Proven, broad knowledge of deepwater floating systems design, fabrication, installation, commissioning and operation with depth in FPSO systems.
• Solid background in all aspects of oil/gas project execution including design, procurement, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and start-up.
• A strong commitment and demonstrable effectiveness in HSSE management is essential.
• Strong interest in hands-on technical evaluation, estimation of cost, design, construction and installation of offshore facilities.
• Coaching, mentoring, and motivating others to be successful.
• Global mindset and perspective. Ability to work and manage in a diverse, multi-cultural environment. Very good team player.
• Knowledge of interface needs/issues with Development Planning and subsurface groups.
• Knowledge of key external stakeholders’ needs and business drivers, including economic, political, environmental, and social issues.
• High personal energy level and a proven track record in achieving stretching personal and business goals
• Excellent Communication skills
• Working knowledge of the following software: are required: SACS, ANSYS. Knowledge of USFOS and COSMOS will be an advantage.

Application Deadline: Tuesday 30 April 2013

Number of Vacancies: 1

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Cummins Inc.: Manufacturing / Quality Engineering – Leader

Cummins Inc. is a $18 billion, Fortune 200 company and the world’s largest independent producer and distributor of diesel engines and related components. Our continued success globally is predicated on the capability and extent of our product range, our commitment to new technology and the quality of our people.
Globally
Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana (USA), Cummins serves customers in approximately 190 countries and territories through a network of more than 500 Company-owned and independent distributor locations and approximately 5,200 dealer locations.
Africa
Regionally, Cummins Africa operates across eleven countries, employs in excess 1500 people and is a recognized segment leader in the Mining and Power Generation market segments.

Purpose of the position
· Plans, designs, purchases, and/or implements integrated manufacturing assembly or fabrication processes in a manufacturing plant .
Responsibilities:
· Support production
· Lead, coach & mentor Manufacturing Engineers / Technician & Quality Engineers / Technicians in manufacturing, quality, safety principles, systems & people/team management
· Design, source and implement manufacturing, assembly & test equipment & processes to ensure compliance with Cummins safety and quality standard
· Evaluate and assist with AOP planning activities.
· Create & supports capital acquisition and capacity planning and change control.
· Define & create RFA and RFP administration
· Determines parts and tools needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification.
· Create & lead training programs for all levels of Manufacturing and operations competencies (including but not constrained to Operators, Technicians, Engineers)
· Act as an integrated team member of the manufacturing assembly team.
· Create the right environment for all employees. Drive Cummins Operating System implementation and improvements. Promote standardized work methods. Promote Safe Workplaces. Build a sense of ownership in the business for all employees.
· Lead and support continuous improvement projects.
· Develop and implement systems to determine key process measurements to evaluate the need for continuous improvement.
· Work with the production teams to accomplish the business goals. Increase throughput (fewer/faster/safer/more reliable processes)
· Cost reduction (scrap, indirect materials, fewer/faster/safer/more reliable processes)
· Quality Improvement – internal quality (scrap, process capability); external quality (BIS, AIS, warranty, PQC)
· Mistake proofing/Poke Yoke/fail-safing
· Improve station ergonomics and layouts by designing new assembly tooling and station layouts
· Works with engineering to identify problems with product and performance; recommends solutions or enhancements.
· Quality Improvement – internal quality (scrap, process capability); external quality (BIS, AIS, warranty, PQC)
· Champion and manage implementation of ISO9000 within CPGN
· Define and source required measurement and control equipment to ensure all product complies with Cummins and global quality standard
· Create & lead quality training programs for all levels of operations competencies (including but not constrained to Operators, Technicians, Engineers, support functions)
· Lead the use of the 5 Core Tools (where applicable)
1. Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
2. Product Part Approval Process (PPAP)
3. Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
4. Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
5. Statical Process Control (SPC)
· Implement and manage a Non conformance system (Parts and processes)
· Implement, manage and monitor problem resolution process (7Step process, quality alerts)
· Manager the raising, investigation and resolution of CAR and SCAR
· Implement robust process and system audit program
· Develop and implement systems to determine key process measurements to evaluate the need for continuous improvement.
· Define, create and implement quality controls and processes to compliment the manufacturing, assembly and internal functional processes
· Provide routine information and reports necessary to enable others to act.
· Manage supplier quality relationship
· Partner with warranty to understand and improve customer facing issues
· Champion and lead 6Sigma for the entire operations team
· Develop and approve all process documentation and work instructions.
· Update and maintain the identified Quality System activities. Train users as appropriate
· Develop relationships with the Maintenance and Maintenance Tech Representatives and lead their improvement and knowledge of the equipment and processes within the area. Drive the Preventive Maintenance Activities
· Provide support as required for Material Review and Deviation activity.
· Develop and champion the implementation of specific QS9000 procedures.
· Develop and approve all process documentation and work instructions.
· Participate in system audits.
· Update and maintain the identified Quality System activities. Train users as appropriate.
· Provide routine information and reports necessary to enable others to act.
· Identify & lead specific projects aimed at reduction or elimination of the need for final functional tests on our products.
· Process Design Control Develop processes which comply with the established strategy and standards.
· Perform necessary activities to satisfy approval requirements for changes.
· Participate by providing needed information to support the engineering change control processes (EJR, MCR, PCR, Deviations, and Quality Alerts).
· Ensure line readiness for new product & existing product changes (ECC / VPI / VPC)
· Provide status report on customer concerns and Complaints in monthly Management Review.
· Maintain departmental technical files.

Required Skill and Experience
· 3-5 years of Manufacturing Engineering Experience desired
· 2 years manufacturing engineering experience and at least 1 year of quality engineering experience or 3 years of process engineering Experience with concentration in manufacturing and quality engineering
· in quality engineering in manufacturing environment desired
· The ability to lead others and to communicate cross-functionally is required.
· Good writing and oral presentation skills are required.
· Computer skills with CAD, statistical analysis tools, PC spreadsheet programs, and controls are desired.
· Technical ability and experience with test systems, fluids measurement, sensors, and data acquisition is desired.
· Machine design experience (hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical) is desired.
· Six Sigma

Qualification
BS Degree in Engineering or equivalent
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