Non-Metallic Engineering Specialist
Permanent Relocation to Saudi Arabia
Candidates from the Americas are welcome to apply

ICM Group is seeking an experienced Non-Metallic Engineering Specialist to provide technical expertise in the application, deployment, integrity assessment, and repair methodologies of non-metallic materials.

The successful candidate will lead studies and analyses related to material selection, procedure development, and the reliability of non-metallic systems in operation. You will train and guide on-site personnel in inspection and repair of non-metallic piping and equipment, assist in failure investigations, and support the professional growth of junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop procedures and train personnel for comprehensive inspection of non-metallic equipment, including above- and below-ground GRP and HDPE piping, tanks, and vessels.

• Conduct integrity assessments and failure investigations, providing recommendations to maintain or enhance equipment reliability.

• Identify, evaluate, and support the deployment of cost-effective non-metallic products and technologies.

• Develop and update standards, procedures, and best practices related to non-metallic applications.

• Introduce and implement viable non-metallic inspection technologies.

• Lead and support failure investigations, performing RCAs and issuing lessons learned to prevent recurrence.

• Review and approve solutions for coating failures and composite applications.

• Review design packages and validate material selection in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

• Participate in company and international standards committees as required.

• Stay current with advancements in non-metallic technologies through literature, research, and professional society participation.

• Contribute to value engineering sessions to enhance non-metallic product performance and cost-effectiveness.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Non-Metallic Materials, Polymers, Chemical, or Materials Engineering (advanced degree preferred).

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in the oil & gas sector, including at least 5 years specializing in non-metallic materials engineering.

• Proven expertise in non-metallic products such as piping, tanks, valves, composite structures, and components, including qualification, testing, failure analysis, and technical evaluation.

• In-depth knowledge of relevant international standards (e.g., API 15HR, API 15S, API 17J).

• Familiarity with manufacturing, lining, installation, testing, and inspection processes for non-metallic components.

• Membership or affiliation with professional organizations such as ASME, API, ISO, or NACE is highly desirable.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• Valid passport holder residing in North, Central, or South America.