Job Summary

The Experienced Field Engineer is responsible for the engineering, planning, execution, and technical oversight of chemical cleaning, high pressure cleaning, and hydrotesting scopes on industrial, pipeline, and facility projects. This role bridges engineering and field execution, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with client specifications, regulatory requirements, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide field engineering support for chemical cleaning, high pressure cleaning, and hydrotesting activities.
• Develop, review, and implement job-specific procedures, method statements, and work packs.
• Perform system walkdowns, identify tie‑in points, venting, draining, and isolation requirements.
• Support and oversee chemical cleaning operations including circulation, flushing, passivation, and preservation.
• Support and oversee high pressure cleaning activities including vessel, exchanger, piping, and system cleaning.
• Plan and execute hydrostatic testing activities including filling, pressurization, strength testing, leak testing, and depressurization.
• Ensure accurate data capture, pressure charts, test records, and final documentation.
• Coordinate with supervisors, technicians, clients, and other disciplines during execution.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and problem-solving during field execution.
• Ensure all work complies with approved permits, procedures, and safety requirements.

Technical Scope of Work

• Chemical cleaning of vessels, exchangers, piping, and process systems
• High pressure water jetting and hydroblasting (typically 5,000 – 40,000 PSI)
• System flushing, filtration, drying, and preservation
• Hydrostatic testing of pipelines, vessels, and systems
• Review of P&IDs, isometrics, test limits, and system boundaries

Safety and Quality Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all field activities.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and client requirements.
• Participate in and lead hazard assessments, FLHAs, and toolbox talks.
• Verify isolation, lockout/tagout, confined space, and pressure control requirements.
• Exercise stop‑work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Engineering degree or technical diploma with relevant industry experience.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in chemical cleaning, high pressure cleaning, and/or hydrotesting.
• Strong understanding of pressure testing principles, system integrity, and cleaning methodologies.
• Experience working on industrial facilities, pipelines, and turnaround projects.
• Ability to work independently in the field and make sound technical decisions.

Preferred Training and Certifications

• Hydrotesting / Pressure Testing certification or equivalent experience
• Chemical Cleaning or Pre‑Commissioning training
• High Pressure Water Jetting awareness or certification
• Confined Space Entry (Supervisor or Entry level as applicable)
• H2S Alive, First Aid / CPR, and Lockout / Tagout training

Work Environment and Conditions

This role involves working in active industrial environments, including outdoor sites, construction areas, and operating facilities. The Field Engineer must be capable of working extended hours, traveling to project sites, and supporting both day and night operations as required.

Authority to Stop Work

The Experienced Field Engineer has the authority and responsibility to stop work if conditions are unsafe or if procedures are not being followed.