Oil and Gas Engineering Support
Engineering Design, Project Management and Technical Supervision from a Single Partner
The success of oil and gas projects rarely depends on a single factor. Safe operation, efficient production and long-term operability create technical and organisational challenges that require an integrated engineering approach throughout every phase of the project.
Chess Energy supports its partners across the entire lifecycle of oil and gas projects through three complementary engineering capabilities:
Engineering Design
Design of well sites, gathering stations, surface production systems and gas treatment technologies
Project Management
Coordination of energy projects and alignment of all project stakeholders
Technical Supervision
Independent professional supervision of designs, construction and technical compliance
Our oil and gas engineering support is focused on establishing the foundations for safe operation, cost-effective performance and sustainable long-term development.
How Do We Help Address Problems and Challenges?
Chess Energy typically becomes involved in an oil and gas project when there is a need to resolve process-related issues, optimise an existing system, develop a new technical solution, coordinate a major project or provide technical supervision during construction.
Process and Design Challenges
Development of complex surface production systems – ensuring coordinated operation of gathering stations and associated process units.
Process challenges arising from produced-fluid properties – managing gas breakout, emulsion formation and changing phase ratios.
Additional costs caused by non-optimised or oversized systems – reviewing equipment selection and vendor sizing calculations.
Pressure and hydraulic issues – addressing pressure losses, temperature deviations and pipeline sizing questions.
Safety and environmental compliance – supporting emission control, closed-transfer and process-safety requirements.
Project-Level and Organisational Challenges
Insufficient internal capacity or lack of available specialists – taking over project coordination, technical supervision and stakeholder alignment.
Coordination of multiple stakeholders and disciplines – aligning the work of designers, suppliers and contractors.
Quality Assurance and Technical Supervision Challenges
Difference between the specified and delivered quality – identifying construction deviations in a timely manner and maintaining continuous technical supervision during execution.
Problems arising during oil and gas projects often affect the performance of the entire process and project system.
Oil and gas engineering support plays a decisive role in resolving individual technical issues, enabling coordinated project delivery and ensuring that the required quality standards are achieved.
Where and During Which Project Phases Do We Become Involved?
Chess Energy’s oil and gas engineering support can be integrated into several phases of an oil and gas project, from early concept development and engineering through construction to commissioning.
Concept and Feasibility Phase (Pre-FEED / FEED)
During the early phase, the key question is what should be implemented. FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) establishes the preliminary engineering basis for the investment decision, subsequent detailed design and cost estimation.
At this stage, engineering and project management perspectives work together to establish the appropriate technical and commercial direction.
Detailed Engineering and Multidisciplinary Coordination
This phase includes the detailed engineering of surface infrastructure, gathering stations, gas treatment systems and safety solutions, together with the preparation of P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and coordination of the disciplines involved.
Procurement and Construction Preparation
During project delivery, we support the preparation of technical requirements for supplier and contractor selection and coordinate the work of the parties involved.
Construction and Technical Control
During this phase, technical supervision becomes particularly important. Continuous monitoring of construction and review of installed solutions help maintain the required design quality.
Commissioning and Handover
We coordinate commissioning-related processes – typically the Pre-Commissioning → Commissioning → Start-Up sequence and Mechanical Completion – while also supporting system testing and optimisation.
Engineering support accompanies the complete project process from concept development to commissioning, covering the relevant project phases and technical disciplines.
Which Specific Engineering Tasks Do We Perform?
Chess Energy supports oil and gas projects through three principal capabilities. Engineering design is our leading discipline, while project management and technical supervision are also established, standalone services built on substantial experience.
Engineering Design
Our engineering design activities range from well sites and surface infrastructure to process units, safety systems and gas treatment solutions.
Well-site design
Pipeline route design
Flowline design
Sizing and design of heat exchangers using simulation software
Sizing of separators for two- and three-phase separation
Sizing and specification of compressors and pumps
Determination of pipeline diameters
Sizing and specification of pressure-relief devices, including safety valves and rupture discs
ESD systems (Emergency Shutdown)
HIPPS (High Integrity Pressure Protection Systems)
Design of pressure vessels and storage tanks
Sizing of tank fittings and accessories
Boiler specification
Design of gas treatment and separation technologies
Flare sizing and emission-management tasks
Prediction of the behaviour of heat exchangers, separators and pipeline systems
Identification of critical points
Identification of optimisation opportunities
Design Related to Well Sites and Infrastructure
Equipment Sizing and Process Specification
Design of Process Safety Systems
Design of Process Units and Gas Treatment Systems
Model-Based Simulation
These engineering tasks are interconnected elements of a complex process system.
An integrated engineering approach supports technically sound decisions and more predictable project delivery.
Project Management
The coordinated delivery of a major energy project often exceeds the client’s available internal capacity.
In such cases, we can assume responsibility for the technical and organisational management of the project, either in a standalone project management role or through full EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) coordination.
Owner’s Engineer or PMC (Project Management Consultant) role
Monitoring of the project’s technical scope, schedule and milestones
Coordination of designers, suppliers and contractors
Interface management and multidisciplinary coordination
Management of technical documentation
Decision-support activities
Technical support for procurement processes
Technical evaluation of bids
Risk and change management
Preparation of project reports for the client
Project management aligns the individual steps of the development, manages technical and organisational risks and provides a reliable engineering framework throughout the project.
Technical Supervision
Its purpose is to identify and manage discrepancies between the specified and delivered technical scope at an early stage, thereby supporting achievement of the required quality standards.
Our Professional Authorisations
ME-GO authorisation
ME-B authorisation
These authorisations directly cover key areas of oil and gas projects, from production to transportation.
Technical Supervision Tasks
Independent review of designs and technical documentation
Monitoring of design modifications
Continuous or phased technical supervision during construction
Site inspections
Maintenance and management of the electronic construction log
Verification of installed equipment compliance
Verification of process-safety and environmental requirements
Support for handover procedures
Review of as-built documentation
Continuous professional supervision reduces construction risks and helps ensure that the client receives the specified technical scope.
Why Are Effective Engineering and Project Governance Critical in the Oil and Gas Industry?
In oil and gas projects, safe operation, production efficiency and economical performance are closely interconnected.
Appropriate engineering design, coordinated project management and independent technical supervision during construction all play a decisive role in ensuring that the project achieves its intended technical and commercial objectives.
The value of the right engineering approach therefore extends well beyond equipment selection:
Reducing Safety Risks
Incorrect sizing or process design can lead to operational safety issues and equipment damage.
Preventing Production Losses and Operational Failures
Deficient design or the absence of technical supervision during construction can result in extended shutdowns and operational problems.
Optimising Capital and Operating Costs
Appropriate sizing and project-level coordination support control of costs and schedules.
Ensuring More Stable Operation
Proper design of liquid and gas flows, pressure conditions and pipeline systems contributes to predictable operation.
Ensuring Regulatory and Environmental Compliance
Correct design and verification of safety systems and emission-management solutions are fundamental operational requirements.
Reducing Long-Term Operating Costs
Efficiently operating systems require lower ongoing expenditure.
The success of oil and gas developments therefore does not depend on engineering design alone.
Engineering design, project management and technical supervision work together to support safe operation, production stability and long-term commercial performance.
Why Do Clients Choose Us?
Successful oil and gas projects require more than expertise in individual technical disciplines. Safe and effective delivery also depends on practical experience, systems thinking and a clear understanding of the complete project process.
Chess Energy provides engineering support that integrates these considerations into a single, coordinated approach.
Practical Experience
Engineering experience gained in real operating environments helps ensure that operational requirements are reflected in engineering design and technical supervision.
Systems-Level and Process Engineering Perspective
We assess the performance of the entire process system and identify opportunities for optimisation.
Support Across the Complete Project Lifecycle
From concept design through technical supervision during construction, technical responsibility remains with a single partner, supporting coordinated delivery.
Flexibility Across Project Sizes
Our support can be scaled from smaller engineering tasks to complex surface systems and the delivery of major projects.
Additional Engineering Capacity
Where the client does not have an available in-house specialist, we provide the required engineering capability.
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Our work takes account of the relevant standards, safety requirements and compliance obligations.
Proven Hydrocarbon Industry Experience
Our specialists have several years of experience on projects connected to MOL, FGSZ, Hungarian Gas Storage (MFGT) and Aspect Energy.
By combining engineering design, project management and technical supervision, Chess Energy provides its partners with a consistent engineering approach throughout the complete project lifecycle.
Let’s Discuss Your Project
Are you planning an oil and gas project, or looking for an experienced engineering partner for design, project management or independent technical supervision?
Let’s discuss how Chess Energy can support the safe and coordinated delivery of your project.
Further questions about oil and gas system design, the role of engineering support or specific process areas are addressed in the FAQ section below.
Frequently Asked Questions – Oil and Gas Engineering Support
What is a gathering station in the oil and gas industry?
A gathering station is a surface facility where production fluids arriving from wells – typically a mixture of oil, gas and water – are collected, measured and prepared for onward transportation or processing.
Activities performed there may include phase separation, pressure boosting and temporary storage. Proper design is essential for stable and safe operation.
Why is separation important?
Separation means dividing the produced fluid into its main components, typically oil, gas and water. This is necessary because subsequent processing and transportation steps usually require separated phases.
Inadequate separation can affect production efficiency and system stability.
When is capacity optimisation required?
Capacity optimisation is typically required when the performance of an existing system no longer meets changed production requirements or when operational efficiency can be improved.
A review of the installed equipment can identify bottlenecks and optimisation opportunities.
The objective is to improve performance and utilisation without necessarily requiring a major capital project.
What is a HIPPS?
A HIPPS (High Integrity Pressure Protection System) is a highly reliable pressure protection system designed to prevent hazardous overpressure by automatically isolating the affected section of the system when required.
It is used where conventional pressure-relief solutions alone would not provide sufficient protection. Appropriate design can contribute to safer operation.
What problems can an oversized item of equipment cause?
Oversized equipment can lead to unnecessarily high capital and often operating costs without necessarily providing additional value for the intended duty.
In some cases, it can also reduce efficiency because the equipment operates outside its optimal range. Reviewing the sizing can therefore be a worthwhile step.
Why is gas treatment important?
Gas treatment removes unwanted components from produced gas – such as water, hydrogen sulphide (H₂S) or carbon dioxide (CO₂) – and adjusts the parameters required for transportation or use.
This may be necessary for safe transportation, reduced corrosion risk and compliance with quality requirements. Proper gas treatment can support reliable long-term system operation.
What can we do if we do not have sufficient internal resources for the project?
The coordinated delivery of a major oil and gas project may exceed the available internal capacity or require specialists who are not currently available.
In such cases, we can assume responsibility for the project’s technical and organisational management and provide the required engineering capability, including acting as the client’s representative in an Owner’s Engineer role.
This allows the investor to remain focused on its core operations while maintaining continuous technical control of the project.
Can you support only the design phase, or also project delivery?
Engineering design is our leading discipline, but we can support the complete project lifecycle.
In addition to concept and detailed engineering, we provide project management and EPC coordination for implementation, as well as independent technical supervision during construction.
The form of support is always tailored to the needs of the specific project.
Which authorisation is required for technical supervision of an oil and gas project?
Technical supervision of oil and gas facilities typically requires authorisation linked to the relevant professional discipline.
ME-GO may apply to pipeline and gas industry facilities, while ME-B may apply to mining-related facilities, including those associated with production.
Our specialists hold both authorisations, enabling us to cover key areas of these projects.
