job summary: A Piping Material Engineer is needed for a global engineering, construction and project management company in the Houston, TX area. This role leads the design and development of construction material methods for large projects, requiring a Bachelor's degree and 5-10 years of experience, and involves applying extensive knowledge of material engineering codes, analysis, corrosion, and BIM piping specifications. location: Houston, Texas job type: Contract salary: $58.00 - 60.50 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Evaluates, selects, and applies standard material engineering methods, techniques, standards, specifications, procedures, and criteria, using independent judgment in making adaptations and modifications.Participates in the design, development and modification of processes and methods for the manufacture, molding, and utilization of metallic, plastic, composite and other materials in construction and production of hardware, electronic components and structures.Analyzes materials and material components to establish mechanical and physical properties.Reviews operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results.Prepares material selection diagrams and/or materials corrosion engineering reports for clients as required.Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals.Coordinates material engineering efforts in assigned areas with specialty groups, engineering disciplines, clients, vendors, contractors, construction, and other functional groups.Provides technical assistance to other material specialists, interacts with project disciplines, customers, and regulatory agency personnel in the resolution of complex issues.Provides assistance to project and construction management in identifying and complying with project material requirements, and addresses materials issues as they arise during project execution.Reviews and checks work of other MET specialists as assigned. Education and Experience Requirements: Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-10 years of relevant experience or 9-14 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree. Required Knowledge and Skills: Understands the application of Engineering Department Procedures, relevant company design guides.Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.Detailed knowledge of Piping Material Specification software (Smart Plant Reference Data SRD, etc.).Extensive experience and knowledge of ASME, API, AWWA, ASTM and MSS codes/product specifications is essential.Experience developing, managing, and maintaining BIM piping FabParts with defined LOD specifications (LOD 100-500) for the engineering discipline of Plant Design and Piping.Preferred prior experience working on a large industrial manufacturing facility (semiconductor fabs or data centers).Extensive knowledge of precedents in the discipline and of principles and practices of related disciplines.Knowledge of typical Engineering Department Procedures, Design Guides, appropriate Standard Computer Applications, and administrative practices.Skilled in oral and written communication. #LI-SN1 qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Bachelors skills: Piping Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.