Overview:

The Materials Technology Lead is responsible for leading the selection, specification, and qualification of materials used in offshore and onshore oil and gas projects.

This role involves ensuring materials meet the required standards for performance, safety, and compliance with client and industry standards.

The Materials Technology Lead will work closely with engineering, procurement, and quality teams to provide expertise on material selection, corrosion management, and failure analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the material selection and qualification process for various components in oil and gas projects, including pipelines, vessels, and structural elements.
• Develop and review material specifications, data sheets, and material requisitions.
• Provide technical support and guidance on corrosion management, coatings, and cathodic protection.
• Conduct material failure analysis and recommend corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards (e.g., NACE, ASTM, API) and client specifications during material selection and testing.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to assess material performance and ensure quality standards are met.
• Review and approve technical documents, including vendor material certificates, testing procedures, and inspection reports.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and risk assessments related to material performance and integrity.
• Support the procurement team in the technical evaluation of bids and the resolution of material-related queries during project execution.

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.

Certifications / Specialization / IT Skills:

• Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., NACE, API, ISO).
• Proficiency in material performance assessment tools and software.

Years of Experience:

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in materials technology, metallurgy, or corrosion engineering within the oil and gas industry.

Technical Knowledge:

1. Material Selection and Corrosion Management: In-depth knowledge of material properties, selection criteria, and corrosion mechanisms for various environments, particularly in upstream oil and gas operations.
2. Standards Compliance and Testing: Expertise in international standards (NACE, ASTM, API) and experience with material testing, qualification processes, and failure analysis techniques.

Note: Due to Visa limitations, your application will not be accepted if your nationality is Indian, Egyptian or Indonesian. Exception, if you are already a resident inside Qatar with a valid QID, transfer of sponsorship is possible!

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