Technical Report Writing Engineer – GL0007 | Ably Resources LTD

Technical Report Writing Engineer

Milan, Italy

The Technical Report Writing Engineer is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and maintaining high – quality technical reports, studies, and documentation for oil and gas projects. This role ensures technical accuracy, clarity, and compliance with client requirements, industry codes, and corporate standards. The engineer works closely with multi – disciplinary teams (engineering, HSE, QA/QC, operations, procurement, and construction) to translate complex technical information into structured reports for decision – making, regulatory submission, and project records.

Key Responsibilities Technical Report Development:

• Prepare technical reports, studies, and documentation across project phases (FEED, EPC/EPIC, commissioning, operations).
• Draft reports such as design basis documents, feasibility studies, technical evaluations, integrity reports, risk assessments, and project close – out reports.
• Translate engineering calculations, test results, and analysis into clear, concise reports.
• Ensure proper referencing, figures, drawings, and appendices are included.

Coordination & Inputs:

• Collect technical inputs from engineering disciplines (process, mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, civil, HSE).
• Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and consultants to consolidate technical information.
• Support preparation of documentation for regulatory bodies and clients.

Quality & Compliance:

• Ensure reports comply with project specifications, company procedures, ISO standards, and client requirements.
• Apply document control practices for versioning, distribution, and archiving.
• Conduct peer reviews and self – checks to maintain accuracy.

Communication & Support:

• Present key technical findings in meetings, workshops, and client reviews.
• Provide editorial and technical writing support for manuals, procedures, and presentations.
• Assist Project Managers and Engineers in preparing Monthly/Quarterly Progress Reports (MPRs/QPRs).

Key Deliverables:

• Design Basis Reports (DBR).
• Technical evaluation and feasibility studies.
• Engineering analysis reports (structural, process, subsea, safety).
• Risk assessment reports (HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, QRA).
• Inspection, testing, and integrity reports.
• Technical sections of tenders, proposals, and project reports.
• Project close-out and lessons learned reports.

Technical Skills:

• Strong command of engineering principles and ability to interpret technical data.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Knowledge of technical report writing standards (API, ASME, ISO, client – specific specs).
• Experience with Document Management Systems (EDMS) such as Aconex, SharePoint, or Documentum.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Relevant Degree [Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, depending on type of Project/package].
• 7 years of oil and gas industry experience.
• 5 years of engineering experience.
• Excellent spoken and written English including proven ability to write specifications and reports.