Principal Engineer (Pipeline Materials and Manufacture)

Opis stanowiska

At TechnipFMC we are now recruiting for a Non-Metallic Materials Principal Engineer in Krakow, Aberdeen, and Dunfermline to support technically the New Product Development and Product Life Maintenance activities linked to TechnipFMC products lines, including Rigid Pipeline systems.

The CoE Non-Metallic Materials Principal Engineer shall provide technical inputs on topics related to rigid pipeline anti-corrosion coatings, insulation coatings, field joint coatings including material selection and manufacturing processes.

In line with Core Technologies transverse mission, technical support related to other usages of non-metallics in rigid pipeline and in other TechnipFMC product lines is expected. Support to Projects (pre & post award), Manufacturing Units and Supply Chain is also required as appropriate.

This is an exciting role for an individual, to lead, face new challenges and expand their network. Sitting within the Core Technologies Centre of Expertise Non-Metallic Group, the successful candidate will gain access to a worldwide network of information, expertise and experiences providing the opportunity to develop new skills and acquire knowledge to become a Subject Matter Expert in their field.

Job Description

• Provide technical support on non-metallic materials for Rigid Pipeline Technologies projects, focusing on anti-corrosion and insulation coatings
• Conduct material assessments and testing for qualification and project needs
• Contribute to project planning, budgeting, and Gate review approvals
• Develop and maintain documentation related to coatings and ensure compliance with project and client specifications
• Support fabrication and supply chain teams to ensure high-quality project execution
• Participate in non-conformance investigations and root cause analyses
• Collaborate with legal, procurement, and IP teams to secure necessary agreements
• Prepare technical reports, guidelines, procedures, and specifications
• Stay updated on coating technologies and identify opportunities for innovation and R&D
• Represent the company at conferences, client meetings, and in technical publications
• Act as a consultant on materials engineering across product lines
• Conduct supplier technical audits and deliver training sessions
• Deepen product knowledge through research, analysis, and expert consultation
• Support CoE materials initiatives for simplification, standardization, and industrialization
• Ensure safety and compliance in material development and application
• Deliver work efficiently and in line with design rules and procedures

Requirements

• BEng/BSc and MSc/MRes in Materials Science or equivalent
• Strong expertise in non-metallic materials, especially anti-corrosion and insulation coatings for rigid pipelines (necessary)
• Beneficial experience in offshore/subsea industry and lean best practices
• Up-to-date industry knowledge and continuous improvement mindset
• Eagerness to learn and grow into a subject matter expert
• Proven ability to manage workload, take ownership, and support team performance
• Cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills
• Strategic and tactical thinking
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities
• Decision-making, prioritization, and self-development skills
• Project management experience
• Supplier audit and process improvement orientation
• PhD in materials science can be considered as a plus
• Generic knowledge in the use of non-metallic materials in other energy application(s) than Rigid Pipelines is a plus